We are lucky to enjoy such moderate temperatures in Ventura. But a hot car is a hot car and drivers need to be able to cool down! If the breeze from those open windows just isn’t cutting it, come by our shop in Ventura, CA 93003 to get an expert opinion on what we can do to fix your auto A/C or heating problems. For Ventura automotive Air Conditioning AC repair, Bill Hahn’s Automotive has the tools and experience to pinpoint common and lesser known problems that cause problems with your hot and cold air. We offer affordable prices and guaranteed workmanship. Contact us at 805-644-1037, so we can help you drive in comfort.
Why maintaining your AC System is very important:
Heating and A/C systems may break eventually with usage, hose pipes may clog and drip if not serviced, causing reduced efficiency heating and cooling capabilities. Regular maintenance will keep your AC system operating at peak performance!
Indications your A/C system may be having issues:
- If your air conditioning blows only slightly cooler air compared to the exterior air
- Air that blows in smells damp, musty, or like mildew and mold
- Your cabin does not warm up in cold weather, or is just a little warmer than outside
- The defroster takes longer than typical to operate, or does not operate
- Your heater or A/C only functions when driving, not when idling, or quits blowing when the car is stationary
- Your heating system blows cold air, or the air conditioning blows warm air
- Low airflow even at the highest fan setting.
A comprehensive evaluation of heating and A/C system includes:
- Examining the internal controls and blower
- Checking radiator coolant operating temperature, hoses, pressure radiator cap and thermostat
- Inspecting the compressor belt
- Inspecting system and seals for leaks or various other damages.
- A cooling system pressure test
- Verifying the A/C pressure meets manufacturer specifications
- Measuring the interior vent air temperature
- AC System repair recommendations
Our repair and maintenance services include:
Air Conditioning
Have you been sweltering in your vehicle lately? Perhaps your car’s air conditioner isn’t functioning properly. At Bill Hahn’s Automotive we have qualified service professionals who can fix your air conditioner. To have an air conditioning system serviced, repaired, or replaced by experts consider visiting Bill Hahn’s Automotive. You can also call us at 805-644-1037 with any questions relating to your vehicle’s air conditioner.
Should I Refill My AC Refrigerant Myself?
NO. Word to the wise on the HVAC system of your vehicle – DO NOT USE THE CANS OF A/C REFRESH SOLD AT AUTO PARTS STORES! They often contain a sticky sealant that just tends to make things worse in the delicate AC parts operation. If you have a small leak in a hose, let’s replace the hose, instead of gumming up the inner workings. Replacement of a small AC hose beats the heck out of having to replace a grenaded AC Compressor, fouled up Condenser, and flush out the sticky stuff from the rest of the AC system.
Belts
A fan belt, also known as a drive belt, is a belt connecting your car’s engine to the front mounted accessories. The fan belt rotates the water pump and engine fan, which maintains a cool environment for the engine and its components. Sooner or later, your vehicle’s fan belts will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Bill Hahn’s Automotive for all your vehicle’s repair needs.
You not only have to get the belts replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the belts replaced by auto cooling and heating experts – and get your car driving right – visit Bill Hahn’s Automotive today. The mechanics at Bill Hahn’s Automotive will thoroughly inspect your car’s belts; replace all worn belts; and adjust the installed belts.
Coolant System Flush
A car’s heating system uses a coolant which transfers excess heat from one part of the engine and finally loses it through the radiator fins. With time, the coolant becomes old and dirty. The old coolant will negatively impact the system’s performance. To make sure the system is working effectively, consider having a regular coolant system flush. A coolant flush is basic maintenance for your car’s cooling system. Call 805-644-1037 or visit Bill Hahn’s Automotive in Ventura, CA 93003 for all your coolant system flush and fill needs. Ensure maximum performance from your vehicle’s heating and cooling systems today.
Hoses
Hoses transfer coolant and antifreeze throughout the engine’s cooling system (including the radiator). Sooner or later, your vehicle’s hoses will dry out and crack. Often these hoses age from the inside out and it’s difficult to tell when they are past their prime until they fail. We tend to recommend hose replacement after 10 years or 100,000 miles on most cars, with the idea that it can wait until other cooling system work is done (for example replacement of a radiator, water pump or thermostat with coolant flush). When you are ready for a hose replacement you can count on Bill Hahn’s Automotive for all your vehicle’s repair needs.
You not only have to get the hoses replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the hoses replaced by auto cooling and heating experts – and get your car driving right – visit Bill Hahn’s Automotive today. The mechanics at Bill Hahn’s Automotive will thoroughly inspect your car’s hoses; replace all worn hoses; and adjust the installed hoses.
Radiator Flush
A radiator is the part of your vehicle that keeps the engine cool and protects it from excessive heating. To be cool, the radiator needs to remain clean – always. With time, sludge, rust and other solid deposits build up inside your car’s radiator. These make the cooling system become clogged and less effective. This in effect hurts your vehicle’s performance. A regular radiator flush is enough to keep the system in shape. For this reason, make radiator flushing a part of your routine car maintenance schedule. For all your radiator flush needs, call 805-644-1037 or visit Bill Hahn’s Automotive today.
Radiators
Radiators are heat exchangers for cooling your car’s internal combustion engine. A radiator cools the engine by circulating an engine coolant through the engine block – it then loses the heat to the atmosphere through radiation. A radiator has a set of tubes through which the engine coolant flows. Fins surround these tubes. When the radiator fails, the excess heat produced by the engine could damage the engine components. To prevent this from happening, have your radiator serviced regularly. To have your radiator needs handled by experts, visit Bill Hahn’s Automotive today.
Summerize Your Vehicle
It’s important to prepare your car for the perils of summer – heat, dust, traffic jams – which increase the likelihood of a breakdown. At Bill Hahn’s Automotive in Ventura, our technicians can perform the necessary preventive maintenance to get your car ready for summer. These are some of the recommended services:
- Check the battery
- Change the fluids
- Examine the belts and hoses
- Check climate and coolant systems
- Check wiper blades
- Check tires
- Check headlights, turn signals, and tail lights
Your car will be ready to handle the hot weather so you can enjoy your summer.
Winterize Your Vehicle
Winter weather can be harsh on you and on your vehicle. Trust the technicians at Bill Hahn’s Automotive to get your car ready for the winter. These are some of the recommended services:
- Check the battery
- Check the tires
- Check wiper blades
- Check fluids
- Check headlights, turn signals, and tail lights
- Check the exhaust system for leaks
- Check the belts and hoses
- Check the heating system
Your car will be ready for the winter weather so you can have driving confidence.