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LVS Garage Services
8 Kelvin Square, Houstoun Industrial Estate, Livingston, EH54 5PF
709 Reviews
Small independently Family run garageBased in Livingston for over 30 years

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LVS Garage Services is a small independently Family run garage based in Livingston for over 35 years. Our specialist team of mechanics provide a personal and friendly service and are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of car care. We offer all our customers an extremely hi...

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Tynecastle Garage
60 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2NB
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CAR & VAN MOT TESTING FIXED PRICE SERVICING MECHANICAL REPAIRS AIR CON RECHARGE !!!IINCLUDING NEW STYLE GAS!!! TYRES, BATTERIES & EXHAUSTS WELDING ACCIDENT REPAIR CENTRE (FREE ESTIMATES) DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS

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Cairnlea Garage
IBROX, IBROX, GLASGOW, G51 2UZ
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We are a local, independent garage, serving Ibrox, Govan, Glasgow and the surrounding area. We have been in business since 1948 Now on the second generation of the same family.

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Livingston Autocare
6 Lindsay Square, Livingston, EH54 8RL
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Livingston Autocare is a Class 4 & 7 MOT Testing station and garage. It was formed after a conversation between 3 friends as to what kind of a garage we would be happy not just to take our vehicles to but to recommend to our friends and family. With Darren & James being in the business in excess of ...

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SABCO VEHICLES
UNIT 3, ROSSLAND PLACE, 140 GREENOCK ROAD, BISHOPTON, PA7 5AP
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Sabco Vehicles have been serving Bishopton, Erskine, Southbar, Houston and surrounding areas for the past 15 years, offering quality garage services at affordable, independent garage prices. We have an established base of loyal customers who appreciate our honesty and flexibility on our garage servi...

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Auto Solutions East Ltd
20 Albion Way, Kelvin Industrial Estate, East Kilbride, G75 0YN
393 Reviews
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Auto Solutions East Ltd our aim is to give 100 satisfaction and same day repairs. You can always be sure of a warm welcome and professional service. Our mechanics are fully qualified and follow the Motor Industry Code of Practice for your complete peace of mind. If you live within the local area of ...

How does car air conditioning work?

An air conditioning system controls the temperature in a car and works in a similar way to a kitchen refrigerator. When the fluid inside such appliances (also called refrigerant) changes from a liquid state to a gas, it cools down. Outside air is blown past the coils in which the gas flows, and is therefore also cooled before it is blown into the car’s cabin. The air con gas then returns to liquid form in the system's compressor, heating it up, but the resulting warm air is directed outside the car.

Why is air conditioning important?

Air conditioning in a car serves two purposes. It cools down the interior of a car, dramatically so if needed, which improves passenger comfort and prevents the type of heat-related irritability that may lead to an accident. Also, because air conditioners generate air that is less humid than outside air, it can be used to demist a fogged-up windscreen more quickly than when air is blown out of a standard ventilation system. This might also prevent an accident from occurring.

What is an air conditioning system recharge/re-gas?

A simple check of the temperature of the air emanating from an air conditioning vent will tell you if the refrigerant needs a recharge - some garages use the term 're-gas'. A warm air temperature would suggest that the refrigerant is low or old. Manufacturers typically recommend a recharge no matter what every couple of years to keep the system running efficiently; this involves topping up or refilling the system with fresh refrigerant. This may be all that is needed, but an efficient air conditioning system also needs to be serviced occasionally. If the refrigerant is replaced but the air conditioning system does not seem to be operating properly, either due to warm air or low system pressure, an air conditioning service will be required.

What is an air conditioning system service?

If the pressure in the air conditioning system is particularly low, there might be a leak. This can be checked during an air conditioning service that manufacturers suggest performing every 3-4 years. As well as a test for leaks and the inspection of refrigerant levels, the condenser, the compressor, the hoses and the drive belts are checked. The service also involves a cleaning to take any contaminants, bacteria or moisture out of the system before any new refrigerant is added, followed by a full recharge. It is important to note that an air conditioning service is not included in routine car services but has to be booked separately. Remember to do so because an inefficient air conditioner places greater demands on a car’s engine and requires more fuel to generate cool air, not to mention that any resident bacteria might cause illness.

What causes air conditioning problems?

 

  • Insufficient or old refrigerant.
  • Low system pressure, typically caused by a leak or the failure of a component.
  • Lack of use can place unexpected stress on components when the system is eventually turned on.
  • The build-up of bacteria can make the air from your air conditioning system unhealthy.

 

What are the possible signs that a car needs an air conditioning service and recharge/re-gas?

 

  • If warm air is blowing out of the vents.
  • When the air conditioner only intermittently functions correctly.
  • Foul smells emanating from the air conditioning vents are signs that mould and bacteria have infested the air conditioning system.

 

How long does an air conditioning recharge/re-gas and service take?

 

  • A recharge takes about an hour; a service can take up to an hour.

 

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