Aram's Auto · Surrey, BC
Get the cabin cooling properly again.
Automotive A/C inspection, recharge and repair for weak airflow, warm air and system leaks.
Climate control
A recharge should follow an A/C system check.
Low refrigerant usually means the system has lost charge. Checking pressures, operation and signs of leakage helps avoid treating a symptom without understanding the cause.
Tell us whether the air is always warm, only cools while driving, changes from side to side, or has weak airflow. Electrical and control faults may require vehicle electrical diagnosis. If you are deciding whether to book, review the common signs an automotive A/C system needs attention and our guide to choosing an A/C service shop in Surrey.
What to expect
Separate refrigerant, airflow and control concerns.
Describe temperature and airflow separately
Warm air with strong fan output points toward a different set of checks than weak airflow. Note whether cooling changes at idle, between vents or after several minutes of driving.
Inspect before recharging
System operation, pressure behaviour, fan function and signs of leakage help determine whether a recharge is appropriate. A recharge restores charge; it does not repair the reason refrigerant was lost.
Bring complete vehicle details
Refrigerant and procedures vary by vehicle. Provide the year, make, model and trim or VIN. Our A/C recharge guide explains the difference between inspection, recharge and repair.
Common questions
A/C service questions.
Can you simply add refrigerant?
The system should be checked first. Low charge can indicate leakage or another fault that needs attention.
Why does the A/C cool while driving but not at idle?
Airflow, fan operation, refrigerant level and compressor performance are among the possible causes and should be tested.
Ready when you are
Warm air from the vents?
Request an A/C inspection before the next hot drive.