The drive was going perfectly—smooth roads, a cool breeze from the AC, and a relaxing ride through Dubai. Suddenly, the cool air vanished, and the cabin became unbearably hot within minutes. I adjusted the settings and switched the AC on and off, but nothing worked. With Dubai’s cooler months, we questioned if it was the weather or our air conditioners failing us. If the car AC suddenly stops working, it can make you uncomfortable and spoil the journey. And I need to deal with any emergency and find a solution.
Here are some tips for handling an emergency resulting from a car AC failure.
Check the Car Air Conditioning: Check to see if the car AC button is in the on position and the indicator is lighting up.
Blown Fuse: Car AC can stall if the fuse has blown out due to electrical malfunctioning. You must inspect the AC fuse under the bonnet.
Unusual Noise: If the AC was functioning with unusual or strange noises, the compressor may be malfunctioning.
Refrigerant Level: Cooling depends on the availability of refrigerant in the reservoir. Low refrigerant levels can lead to loss of cooling.
Leakage: AC can malfunction if there is a leak in the hose or pipe and radiator fluid, which causes a foul odour inside the cabin. Look under the hood for leakage.
Compressor Clutch: The compressor clutch should engage when the AC turns on. In case of electrical failure, the engagement doesn’t take place.
Compressor Failure: A compressor failure can happen due to a refrigerant leak, which leads to a lack of lubrication. It is the refrigerant that circulates the oil required for lubrication of the compressor. The entry of air and moisture damages the metal parts.
Cabin Air Filter: A clogged cabin air filter can cause malfunctioning of the AC by reducing the airflow.
Professional Help: In most cases, it may be difficult to diagnose the exact cause of the failure of AC by yourself. Therefore, it is better to seek professional help rather than troubleshooting. Proper diagnosis and inspection are required to restore the AC to working condition.
Check Air Flow: You can check the airflow by moving the knob from the low to the high position. In case of low airflow, the blower motor may have turned faulty, or the problem may be with the air filter.
Don’t allow the car AC to fail by not performing routine car service.
In Dubai, avail car AC repair services at Carcility, the car repair and car service that provides complete car care solutions. Services provided include car AC overheating, less cooling, radiator services and replacement, and AC gas refilling.
Book your appointment with the Carcility app and avail free pick-up and drop-off services.
