VW Audi Group Car Air Conditioning - Melksham

 
If your air conditioning isn’t blowing as cold as it used to, it’s usually down to low refrigerant levels, and a re-gas is often all that’s needed to get it working properly again.

At Audi VW Centre, we service, re-gas and repair air conditioning systems across all makes and models, using both R134a and R1234yf refrigerant gases.

Common signs your air conditioning needs attention

A number of symptoms can point to an air conditioning issue, including:

• Warm air coming through instead of cold.
• A musty or unpleasant smell when the system is running.
• Unusual noises when the air conditioning is switched on.
• Reduced airflow from the vents.
• Visible moisture or fogging on the inside of the windscreen.

Air conditioning systems naturally lose a small amount of refrigerant gas each year, even without a fault, which is why performance can gradually drop off. If left unchecked, low refrigerant levels can also mean the compressor isn’t being lubricated properly, leading to more serious and costly damage.

R134a and R1234yf refrigerant gases

Older vehicles typically use R134a refrigerant, while most vehicles manufactured from around 2017 onwards use R1234yf, a gas designed to have a lower environmental impact. Using the correct gas for your vehicle is essential, as the two aren’t interchangeable and require different equipment to handle safely.

We’re equipped to work with both systems, so we can service and re-gas your air conditioning regardless of which type your vehicle uses.

The process

We start by checking the system for leaks and testing current refrigerant levels. If a re-gas is needed, we remove the existing refrigerant, replace the system’s oil where required, and refill with the correct type and amount of gas for your vehicle. We also check the system is holding pressure correctly before handing your car back.

Recommended service intervals

We’d recommend having your air conditioning checked every one to two years, even if it seems to be working well, since small losses in refrigerant can build up gradually and reduce cooling efficiency over time.

Why choose Audi VW Centre

Our technicians are equipped to handle both refrigerant types safely and correctly, and we’ll always confirm which gas your vehicle uses before carrying out any work. We aim to identify the actual cause of reduced performance, rather than simply topping up gas without addressing a leak.

We carry out air conditioning servicing and repairs for drivers throughout Melksham, Bath, Swindon and the surrounding areas.