Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning - Cambridge
Our qualified technicians use professional equipment to diagnose and fix air conditioning problems. We perform thorough leak detection using UV dye and pressure testing, and service both older vehicles requiring R134A refrigerant gas and modern vehicles using R1234YF gas.
R134a is a gas commonly found in vehicles manufactured before 2017. It was introduced as a replacement for older, ozone-depleting refrigerants and is still used in many cars today. This type of gas is being phased to its modern counterparts as it is less environmentally friendly compared to newer options.
R1234yf has become the standard refrigerant in most new vehicles built after 2017, particularly within the EU and is considered a more climate-safe alternative to R134a. R1234yf is slightly more expensive and requires specific recharging equipment, and its use is increasingly mandated due to its eco-friendly properties.
There is now also a third option –R744– which is a CO₂-based system and is emerging as the favoured air con gas for electric and hybrid cars and many prestige vehicles such as those manufactured by VW Group and Mercedes.
Air Conditioning FAQs
What could be wrong with my car’s A/C?
We can diagnose, maintain, repair, or fit replacement parts as necessary on most vehicle makes and models, old and new. There is every chance that if the air conditioning in your vehicle isn’t working as effectively as it should, it is likely to be just a case of re-charging or re-gassing the system and applying anti-bacterial cleaner. If, however, there is a leak somewhere in your car’s air-con system, we can fix that too.
Most often the inspection and solution process only take a short while and you will be back on the road with an air conditioning system you can rely on. We are an independent garage providing dealer-level expertise but without the expensive main dealer prices.
How often should I have my car’s air con regassed?
Most manufacturers recommend that you have your car’s air conditioning serviced or re-gassed roughly every two years. However, most people generally wait until the air con stops blowing out cold air before getting in touch with the garage.
What will happen I don’t get my car air conditioning
re-gassed?
At some point, your car’s air con will stop working efficiently, and you’ll find that there’s no quick way of lowering the temperature in the car when it’s a hot day, or of demisting the windscreen on a cold day. If the air con is left too long without a recharge, some of the components may start to seize up or crack, and then you’re left facing potentially expensive repairs. Get in touch with our team if you’re not sure if your car’s air conditioning needs a service or re-gas, and we’ll be very happy to help you out.
Contact Regency Autos or call in at our workshop in Harrogate – at any time of the year, and we will be delighted to offer you the best car air conditioning advice, without any obligation.
Should I keep my car air conditioner on all the time?
It’s definitely worth running your car’s air con regularly because it keeps the system lubricated and will help to prevent the build-up of mould or smells. And of course, it will keep the interior of the vehicle at a comfortable temperature. However, if you’re concerned about fuel efficiency or battery range (in hybrids and EV's), it’s fine to turn it off occasionally. Just try to run it for at least 10–15 minutes once a week, even in cold weather, to keep the system healthy.
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