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Johnsons Mazda Solihull
Physical Garage
Highlands Road, Shirley, B90 4NU
At Johnsons Cars we’re dedicated to protecting that sense of connection and enjoyment you feel whenever you slip behind the wheel. Part of this is ensuring we have right service and MOT products for both you and your Mazda, wherever you are in ownership journey. Carried out by the Mazda trained technicians who know your vehicle better than anyone, our Mazda service and MOT products are built upon quality workmanship and an in-depth knowledge of your Mazda’s maintenance needs. Protect the reliability and performance of your vehicle with a Mazda service, and know that regardless of age or mileage, our team is dedicated to providing fair and
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£125
4.8 (173 reviews)
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Most reviewers are very positive, applauding friendly, helpful staff, speedy turnaround and clear communication (texts/videos), good value via BookMyGarage, useful collect-and-deliver service and complimentary wash/valet. A smaller number flagged problems with booking slot mix‑ups or outdated online availability, occasional attempts to add extra charges, and isolated quality concerns (for example a stuck brake caliper or issues with ramps for larger cars).
Johnsons Solihull
Physical Garage
Highlands Road, Solihull, B90 4NU
Johnsons offer top-of-the-range services and repairs for your vehicle. These are available at your local Johnsons garage in Solihull. It’s important to take care of your car and our experts know how to do that, whether you need a repair or a routine service.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£125
4.74 (143 reviews)
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Customers largely report very positive experiences—friendly, knowledgeable staff, clear communication, competitive pricing and quick turnarounds, often with a complimentary valet and detailed checks (sometimes with video), giving main‑dealer standards at a lower cost. A minority, however, cite cancelled or repeatedly rearranged bookings, difficulty contacting the garage, occasional delays and inconsistent customer care, so reliability and communication can sometimes let the experience down.
Vertu Ford Shirley
Physical Garage
Unit 7 Maidwell Drive, Cranmore Boulevard, Solihull, B90 4QN
Please note: Collection and Delivery not available on Saturdays At your local Vertu dealership, we only use the latest technology and employ the very best highly trained technicians. This ensures we have the skills and equipment to diagnose any problem quickly, making your service or repair faster and cheaper. Our friendly service receptionists and technicians can offer advice on car servicing, MOT’s and repairs.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£89
4.57 (161 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, frequently praising friendly, helpful staff, efficient drop-off/check‑in, good value (especially via BookMyGarage), and useful technician videos plus complimentary cleans. Many reviewers highlight easy online booking, clear progress updates and quick turnarounds, with numerous recommendations and repeat custom. A minority report recurring issues — unexpected extra charges or quote discrepancies, booking/scheduling mistakes, inconsistent MOT outcomes and occasional poor workmanship or rushed cleans — so reliability can vary.
Johnsons Volkswagen Solihull
Physical Garage
Highlands Road, Solihull, B90 4NU
In order to keep your car running smoothly, safely and efficiently as possible, it’s recommended that you get your car serviced regularly. How regular a service is recommended will depend on your particular car and you can find this service schedule in your manufacturer’s guidebook. No matter what car, new or used, from us or not our technical experts can ensure that your car is cared for properly. Our services range from a basic/interim service to a full/major service. Johnsons dealerships are well equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure we provide the best diagnostic and mechanical attention. Our service checks and replacements
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£125
4.42 (113 reviews)
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Customers are largely pleased, praising friendly, professional staff, good value and efficient workmanship — many specifically mention helpful pick‑up/drop‑off, clear pricing and useful video summaries of findings. Recurring weaknesses are poor communication about progress and collection times, long waits or cancelled bookings, occasional unhelpful reception and inconsistent valeting or missed tasks (for example, not stamping service books). Most ratings are positive, though a minority report very negative experiences after distressing customer service, refused help or billing/service mix‑ups.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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