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What is AC Servicing & Why It’s Important Your car’s AC (air conditioning) system involves several components—compressor, condenser, evaporator, refrigerant gas, ducts, filters, blower motor etc.—working together to cool, dehumidify and circulate air. Over time, dust, moisture, loss of refrigerant, wear, leaks, etc., degrade performance. Servicing ensures: Cooling performance is restored (air blows cold enough). Odours and mold/mildew are reduced. Energy efficiency (less strain on engine, better fuel economy). System longevity (compressor etc. last longer). Safety: leaks of refrigerant or damaged components can be problematic. What a Good AC Service Includes Here are the usual steps/components in a full car AC service: Step What’s Done Purpose / What You Should Expect 1. Preliminary Inspection Check how well AC is cooling, check blower speed, listen for any unusual noises, smell (musty / mildew etc.), visual check of hoses, belts, condenser, compressor. Identify any obvious issues (low gas, leaks, blocked filter etc.). 2. Cabin Filter / AC Filter Check & Replacement If your car has a cabin-air filter, or blower filter, clean or replace it. Filters get clogged/dusty, which reduce airflow, cause smells. 3. Condenser & Evaporator Cleaning Clean condenser (in front of radiator) of debris, dirt; evaporator coil cleaned (if accessible). Sometimes use flush or air-pressure cleaning. Dirt on condenser reduces heat rejection; evaporator dirt contributes to bad smells, inefficient cooling. 4. Leak Check Inspect AC pipes, joints, hoses, O-rings etc. for any refrigerant leaks (often by using special leak detector or UV dye). If there's a leak, refrigerant escapes → cooling drops, moisture can enter → corrosion, reduced compressor life. 5. Refrigerant (Gas) Check / Top-up / Recharge Measure refrigerant amount/pressure; if low or inefficient, evacuate old gas (if needed), refill to correct spec (type & quantity). Ensures correct cooling; improper amount of refrigerant causes inefficiency or compressor damage. 6. Lubrication and Compressor Check Check compressor oil (many AC systems need oil in the refrigerant circuit); check compressor pump / clutch operation. Compressor is one of the costliest parts; ensuring its health is important. 7. Blower Motor & Airflow Check Check motor that pushes air into cabin; check air vents for proper airflow; check duct cleanliness. Weak airflow often due to blower issues or blocked ducts/filters. 8. Odour / Bacterial Cleaning Use disinfectant spray / anti-fungal treatment inside evaporator/air ducts to kill mould or bacteria; clean vents etc. Prevents bad smells, improves air quality. 9. Electrical / Controls Check Ensure all AC controls (switches, sensors, climate control module) are working; check belts driving AC compressor. Problems in sensors or belts can cause AC failure. 10. Final Performance Test After servicing, test cooling at idle & driving; test temperature drop; ensure system holds pressure; check that everything is sealed and no leak or abnormal noise. Confirms the AC is restored to good working condition. What Auto Technix Might Offer Given Auto Technix is a professional service centre, for AC servicing you can expect: Use of correct refrigerant gas (type as per your car’s specification). Genuine or good quality filters and parts. Proper diagnostic tools to check pressures, leaks. Clean work, sealing of joints, checking of belts. Warranty for parts / labour in many cases (ask them). Possibly full or partial dismantling if needed (e.g. to access evaporator). What to Ask / Confirm Before You Avail AC Service To ensure you get full value and no surprises, when you go to Auto Technix, ask: What AC service package are they offering (basic vs full)? What all is included and excluded. What refrigerant they will use (type / specification), and whether charging is full or top-up; also what amount. Whether any parts such as filters, belts, compressor oil will be replaced; brand / quality of those parts. Whether they do leak detection; whether repair of leaks is included or extra. Odour / disinfection treatment – included or optional. Estimated turnaround time. Cost estimate (parts + gas + labour). Warranty / guarantee for the service and the parts used.