Five Signs Your Kia’s Air Conditioning Needs Maintenance

Your Kia air conditioning system should have regular maintenance to remain in peak working order. Your local Kia dealership can carry out air conditioning maintenance if a service is overdue.

Five Signs Your Kia Needs Air Conditioning Maintenance

1. Lack of Airflow

If the AC airflow is weak or nonexistent, technicians at the local dealership can help. A dirty air filter is one of the most frequent culprits, but it may also be due to a faulty blower. If you continue to use the AC while the airflow is weak, the increased stress could damage other components. A prompt inspection can identify the cause and get your AC running properly again.

2. Unpleasant Smells

If the AC has been off for a while, you may notice a dusty odor when you first switch it on. If this smell doesn’t pass, you may have an issue that requires maintenance. Any residual moisture in the AC system provides perfect conditions for mold and mildew to grow. This can impair the air quality in the cabin, so it shouldn’t be ignored.

You may also notice a burning smell. This could be due to wires overheating or a fault with the AC compressor. The dealership can run diagnostics on your system to pinpoint the problem. An AC service will remove any mold, mildew, or bacteria and replace any worn or faulty components.

3. Loud Noises

You shouldn’t really notice any noise when your AC is on. If there are noticeable hums, rattles, or squeals, the system may have a fault. It may be as simple as debris in the blower, but it could also be due to worn components. Getting your AC checked prevents damage to other parts of the system. 

4. Humid Cabin

As well as keeping the cabin cool, the Kia AC system also removes moisture from the air. The water that collects can drain through the tube that leads under the car. Any blockages in the tube can cause the water to back up and create humidity in the cabin. Other faults, such as a clogged air filter or a dirty evaporator coil, can also impair function and cause humidity.

5. Frequent Recharging

Refrigerant absorbs heat from the air and is vital to keeping the cabin cool. To enable it to function efficiently, refrigerant has to be recharged at regular intervals. If you notice you need to recharge the refrigerant more frequently, there may be a leak within the system. Look for large puddles under the car or ask the dealership to check the system.

Visit Your Nearest Kia Dealership

The highly trained technicians at your local dealership have extensive experience in servicing AC systems. No one knows your Kia better. Whether you are due a regular service or you believe your AC has a fault, your local dealership can help.

To organize maintenance on your AC system, contact us today at Kia of Marin in Novato, CA.

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