Convenient & Local 2018 Subaru Crosstrek A/C Repair

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Schedule an A/C Service Appointment for Your Subaru Crosstrek

Feeling the heat from your A/C? Our trained technicians can take a look at your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek A/C system and recommend a repair plan. Schedule A/C service today and get ready to chill out.

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A/C Service for Subaru Crosstrek

When you get in the car on a hot summer day, the last thing you want is a broken air conditioner. Your steering wheel feels like it's burning your hands. Your skin sticks to the driver’s seat. You wipe your brow and wonder, "Who can fix the A/C in my Subaru Crosstrek?" Easy — Firestone Complete Auto Care! We know our way around Subaru vehicles, and our technicians are qualified to diagnose and repair 2018 Subaru Crosstrek A/C systems. Steer your Subaru Crosstrek to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care

During an A/C performance check, we'll determine the condition of your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek A/C system to determine whether repair work is needed. We’ll test overall system performance, check for any leaks, and measure the system pressure. If we think there might be a leak, we'll run a special U/V dye through the system or use a "sniffer." What’s a “sniffer,” you ask? It’s a specially designed machine that’s used on parts of your Subaru Crosstrek A/C system to detect refrigerant fumes escaping from the system. If there's a leak, we'll find it and fix it.

Recharge the A/C in Your Crosstrek

Let's say we repair your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek A/C system. We will also perform an A/C evacuation and recharge. To do this, one of our technicians will remove the refrigerant in your A/C system (if there is even any left to remove). Then, they’ll perform an evacuation (also known as a discharge) on the entire system per Subaru guidelines. To finish, we’ll add new refrigerant to recharge the A/C system, and once we’ve done a final test on the system ourselves, you’re good to go. We want you to be comfortable in your car, so we train our technicians to perform 2018 Subaru Crosstrek A/C recharges.

Other Subaru Crosstrek A/C Problems

Hot air is a common Subaru Crosstrek A/C problem, but it’s not the only issue you might encounter. Other common A/C problems include weak airflow, which could mean you have a compromised seal, mildew or mold buildup, a loose or damaged hose, or a ventilation fan that needs to be replaced. If your A/C system blows cold air first but then it turns warm, this can mean there’s a malfunctioning compressor clutch, a leak, or a blown fuse. What about those (somewhat unpleasant!) smells coming through the A/C vents in your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek? That could be the result of a dirty cabin air filter (an easy fix!) or a moldy evaporator case. Our trained technicians will do what they can to solve your A/C problems. We’re here to help you get back on the road in your Crosstrek — without all the sweat puddles!

2018 Subaru Crosstrek A/C System FAQs

  • Can I make my Crosstrek air conditioner colder? For starters, use a sun-blocking shade in the windshield while you’re parked, or look for a shady parking spot. Closing all the passenger vents in your car can help redirect cold air toward you, cooling you off faster. Still need more chill? Head to Firestone Complete Auto Care for an A/C performance check and recharge.
  • Why is my Crosstrek A/C blowing hot air? If your car’s air conditioning isn’t blowing cold air at all (or it tries, then turns warm), you could have a clogged expansion valve, a faulty compressor clutch, a leak, or a malfunctioning fuse in the system.
  • How does my A/C system get a leak? Over the years, the rubber seals and gaskets in your Crosstrek’s A/C system naturally degrade. Moisture can get into the system and cause a malfunction, or parts can simply wear out so that your system no longer seals properly.
  • Does my Crosstrek A/C use gas?  The air conditioning system in your Crosstrek does not use gasoline directly as a fuel source, but it does require some power from the engine, which indirectly affects your car's fuel consumption.
  • My Crosstrek’s A/C smells like vinegar! What can cause that? Moisture can accumulate on your vehicle’s A/C system components, creating the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. As this bacteria grows, it can cause the air conditioning system in your Crosstrek to have a vinegar-like smell.
  • What is causing my Crosstrek’s A/C to only work when the car is in motion? A problem with one or more of your air conditioning or electrical system components could cause the A/C to only work when your Crosstrek is moving. You may be low on refrigerant, or the cooling fan could be faulty.
  • Who repairs Crosstrek A/C near me? Firestone Complete Auto Care has decades of experience inspecting and repairing Crosstrek air conditioning systems. Schedule an A/C repair appointment at one of our locations near you today.