Air Conditioning and Heating

Engine Air Filter vs. Cabin Air Filter: Key Differences Explained

Summary Most modern vehicles have two air filters: the engine air filter and the cabin air filter. They essentially serve…

1 week ago

Why Your A/C Turns off Due to High Engine Temp

Summary If your car’s A/C shuts off due to high engine temperature, then it might be because of low coolant…

4 weeks ago

How Does a Car Heater Work?

Summary Car heating systems consist of a heater core, blower motor, heater hoses, heater control valve, and HVAC control panel.…

4 weeks ago

What Does Your Car’s Auto A/C Button Do?

Summary The auto button activates the HVAC system’s auto setting, which optimizes various HVAC settings such as the blower’s fan…

2 months ago

Tips for A/C Compressor Replacement

Summary The A/C compressor circulates and pressurizes the A/C system’s refrigerant. If the compressor is inoperative, your vehicle’s A/C will…

4 months ago

How to Make Your Car’s A/C Colder

Summary Air conditioning systems in vehicles are closed and sealed units wherein a belt-driven compressor circulates refrigerant throughout the system.It’s…

5 months ago

Overfilled Coolant Reservoir: Consequences, Causes, and Solutions

Summary You shouldn’t overfill your coolant reservoir. Doing so will cause the cooling system to push the coolant out of…

6 months ago

Is Your A/C Stuck On Defrost Mode? Possible Causes and Fixes

Summary Over time, the defrost door actuator in your car’s air conditioning system can fail. If the actuator is electric,…

6 months ago

What Are AC Flush Kits and When Should You Use Them?

Summary AC flush kits are used to flush out contaminants and debris in the air conditioning system. AC flushing is…

6 months ago

How To Clean Air Vents in Your Car

Summary Dust and pollutants can settle inside air vents and get blown by the air conditioner’s (A/C) blower. Your vehicle’s…

7 months ago