No one wants to drive on a hot day in Florida without AC. If you have an AC not working, your friendly Ford dealer is here to help. We can repair any AC problem, and some issues can even be resolved while you wait. We want to tell you more about some AC issues we can repair.
Broken Compressor Clutch
The compressor’s job is to control the flow of air through the AC system. It’s controlled by the compressor clutch, which switches on and off during the process. If you listen very closely when it’s quiet, you might hear a slight click from the clutch. The clutch isn’t as robust as the compressor and can eventually jam.
If the clutch jams open, the compressor will continue to run and eventually burn itself out. A clutch that jams closed, in contrast, will prevent the compressor from starting, and your AC system won’t work. We’ll examine the clutch and replace it if it’s jammed. We’ll also test your compressor to ensure it hasn’t been damaged by the faulty clutch.
Leaking Refrigerant
Refrigerant is a colorless and odorless gas. It’s also an essential part of your AC system as it helps to remove humidity from the air and is responsible for chilling the air before it blows into the cabin. Worn seals or a hole in the cooling system can cause refrigerant to leak out and you’ll notice the air blowing from the AC will become warmer.
Tracing a refrigerant leak is impossible without specialized equipment, as refrigerant evaporates when it contacts the outside air. We can easily trace a leak using a special UV dye. The dye is added to the refrigerant, and our technicians use a UV viewer to trace the dye’s movement through the system. Once we locate the leak site, we’ll seal it and then refill the refrigerant.
Blocked Vents
Air enters the AC through a small vent just below your windshield. Once the air has chilled, it then blows through the dash vents into your cabin. If any of these vents are blocked, your AC won’t work correctly. The external vent can easily become blocked by leaves, dirt, and other debris. This restricts airflow and could even prevent the AC from working.
A blockage in the ducts will restrict the speed of the air flowing into your cabin, and you’ll usually hear rustling noises from the debris as the air passes over it. We can quickly fix either of these issues by clearing any blockages, and airflow will return to normal.
If you have an AC problem, contact our service department today at Paul Clark Ford, Inc. in Yulee, FL.
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