We understand the importance of keeping your car’s air conditioning in top shape! Imagine it's a scorching summer day, and all you want is a blast of cool air to make your drive comfortable. However, your car's air conditioning system has other plans, and you're left sweltering in the heat. It can be frustrating, but we're here to help!

Your car's air conditioning system can face several issues over time. Some of the common problems include refrigerant leaks, a faulty compressor, or a clogged condenser. How do you know when it’s time for a check-up? Here are some signs:

Common Problems and Signs of Bad Air Conditioning

Weak Airflow: If the air isn't blowing as powerfully as it used to, there might be a problem with the fan or a blockage in the vents.

Warm Air: When the system only blows warm air, it could indicate a refrigerant leak or a compressor issue.

Strange Noises: Unusual noises when you turn on the air conditioning might mean there’s something wrong with the compressor or fan.

Unpleasant Odors: If your car starts to smell musty or moldy when you turn on the air conditioning, it might be time to check the filters or clean the system.

Modern vehicles are extremely complex and just like the engine your automotive air conditioning system has components that need to be serviced or replaced on a regular basis to ensure continued reliable and efficient operation.

RAS Auto Facts - Air Conditioning

If refrigerant starts to evaporate or leak your air con system will begin to deteriorate and will have to work harder, increasing your fuel consumption. Therefore it is important to perform a regular evaluation of the condition of the rubber seals for any signs of leaks or deterioration which may be a signal of refrigerant loss.

Having your car's air conditioning serviced yearly means you help prevent costly breakdowns now and in the future, keep passengers safe by helping to prevent the build-up of potentially harmful substances and a well serviced vehicle air conditioner actually saves you money because it uses less fuel.

Our experienced technicians at our Kilcoy workshop will thoroughly inspect your system, identify potential problems, and provide the necessary repairs or tune-ups to keep everything running smoothly.

Hobarts Garage care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU34443) to reliably and responsibly conduct automotive air conditioner regas, repairs, service or inspection.

At Hobarts Garage, we’re dedicated to making your driving experience as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Let our friendly and skilled team help you keep your car cool and reliable. Feel free to reach out to us for any questions or to schedule your next air conditioning service. We look forward to assisting you!

Have more questions about Car Air Conditioning?

Air Conditioning Service in Kilcoy QLD, ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing Reduces Fuel Costs and Protects Your Health. So keep your cool with less fuel this summer with an Air Conditioning Service in Kilcoy from Hobarts Garage (AU34443)…

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Keeping your cool could be costing you fuel

Did you know there is a cabin air filter in your car? Where is your cabin air filter? They are designed to remove a large amount of outside air pollutants and debris to keep you breathing easily when you drive.  And it is usually located in your glovebox. Talk to Hobarts Garage in Kilcoy today about your cabin air filter !

Just like your air-conditioning at home, the filters need to be checked at regular intervals and changed when it has done it's job. Replacing your cabin air filter is important to your health and your cars health too!

The air outside your car can be polluted enough with smoggy city traffic or even dusty country roads, but research published in the Environmental Health Perspectives Journal shows that without an effective cabin air filter installed, the air inside your car can contain over 10 times more pollutants than the air outside.
This poor quality air can cause:

"Cabin air filters are designed to filter out contaminants while  absorbing noxious odours and harmful gases like exhaust and ozone,"  explained Ryco Filters General Manager of Sales & Marketing, Ross Lamb. Cabin air filters become clogged over time and their effectiveness at protecting your health declines. 

If you drive ‘Mum's Taxi', you might feel like you are always on the move - and a recent study into driving habits confirmed that parents with children aged 6-15 drive approximately 10% more than drivers without kids. And, the longer you spend in a vehicle with a Cabin Air Filter that needs replacing, the more you are at risk of health complications. 

As well as healthier air - an effective cabin air filter means you get better fuel performance from your vehicle. A clogged cabin air filter will cause your air conditioner to work harder than it needs to and this means it uses more fuel and your air conditioning system is more likely to have a costly breakdown.

At Hobarts Garage in Kilcoy we check your cabin air filter as part of our free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection report which you can request with every full car service.
For a more comprehensive check of your air condition system we recommend an air conditioning service.

Cabin air filter replacement is not only important to your car's health - it affects yours too.

Getting your car's air conditioning serviced every 12 months means you may avoid costly breakdowns now and in the future, and a well serviced automotive air conditioning system saves you money because it reduces the amount of fuel you use.

Hobarts Garage care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU34443) to conduct automotive air conditioning service reliably and responsibly. ARC Approved Car Air Conditioning Servicing reduces Fuel Costs and protects your health. 

Hobarts Garage are the best choice to manage all your Automotive Air Conditioner Regas, Repairs, Servicing or Inspection needs in Kilcoy and the surrounding areas.

Hobarts Garage care about the environment and have Arctick Authorisation (AU34443) to conduct automotive air conditioning services

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We advise that we will be closed Monday the 1st of May for Labour Day reopening Tuesday the 2nd of May.

Please note we will be open Public Holiday 16th of August but closed on Monday the 14th of August. Apologies for the inconvenience

We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Friday the 20th of December and reopening on Thursday the 2nd of January

Hobart's Garage your local Kilcoy car service provider quality car servicing and automotive repairs to clients since 1925. 

Our mechanics do all mechanical servicing and can fix any mechanical equipment, including farm equipment, machinery and even whipper snipper motors. We sell Repco parts and accessories. Our friendly staff can pick up your car and deliver it back when the service has been completed. 

Conveniently located in the main street directly opposite the Kilcoy Newsagency, Hobart's Garage specialise in car servicing for all vehicle makes.

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