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I'm Cool With That (AC Exchange)

On a hot day, you want your vehicle's air conditioning to work.  When the air blowing out of your vents isn't cold, it's easy to think, "I'll just take it by the shop and have them top off my ref...
Published on: Dec 01, 2024

Not So Cool (Air Conditioning Systems) Has Video

There's nothing quite like getting in your vehicle on a hot day, switching on the air conditioning and having warm air blow out of the vents.  You may have had no problem for months and then, one...
Published on: May 05, 2024

A Hot Mess (AC System-Compresser)

Air conditioning used to be a real luxury in a vehicle, but now it's standard in most.  Your vehicle's air conditioning system is built to last a pretty long time, but like anything mechanical, s...
Published on: Jul 09, 2023

Full of Hot Air (Air Conditioning)

In warm weather, you want to be in a cool vehicle. When we're talking cool, we don't mean stylish or trendy, but cool as in not sweltering inside.  And if your vehicle's air conditioner stops wor...
Published on: Jul 02, 2023

To Fix or Not To Fix: That Is the Question. Has Video

No matter what vehicle you drive, when certain things break, you have to make a decision.  Should I get it fixed now, later or never?  Air conditioning is one of those things.  You can ...
Published on: May 06, 2018

Automotive Tips from California Smog & Automotive Institute: Air Conditioning Inspection Has Video

Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental...
Published on: Jun 25, 2017

Air Conditioning Maintenance at California Smog & Automotive Institute in Riverside Has Video

Warm weather or cold, Riverside drivers still need to think about their vehicle's air conditioning. Most Riverside people don't service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Californi...
Published on: Apr 03, 2017