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Best Auto Repair, Escondido

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Air Conditioning Repair For Cars and Trucks

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If your car's air conditioning system is not keeping you cool don't let the hot weather make you miserable. Get back to cruising in comfort. Bring your car or truck by Alternative Automotive in Escondido and we'll get your AC working again. Call now at 760-480-0851 or stop by the shop at 137 South Vinewood St, Escondido, CA, 92029

Five Signs Your Car AC Needs To Be Serviced?

  • Your car air conditioning blows only slightly cooler than the outside air.
  • Your car's air conditioner blows air that smells like mildew and mold.
  • Your A/C only works while driving.
  • You have low airflow even at the highest fan setting.
  • Water condensing or dripping on your foot while driving.

Don't wait! If your car's A/C is working at reduced efficiency, it's worth a visit to Alternative Automotive. Taking care of regular maintenance now can help you avoid more expensive AC repair costs down the road. Sometimes fixing a broken air conditioner is as simple and cost effective as adding new coolant.

Most truck and car air conditioning systems break eventually with usage. Hoses that feed the AC unit may crack, clog or drip if not serviced. Let us service your car or truck and keep your cooling system performing at its peak. Call us at 760-480-0851 to learn more about how we can get your air conditioning running again!

Common Automotive AC Repair Services

Recharging Your Car's AC
Alternative Automotive in Escondido for Recharging Your Freon Fast

In some instances when your car's air conditioning (AC) begins to lose its cooling power or fails to blow cool air, it may be time for a simple freon recharge. Recharging your freon is often a fast and inexpensive repair that can help you beat the summer heat. But leaking freon may be caused by a cracked hose or seal. It is often an indicator that a more significant repair is needed.

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Repair Your Car's AC Compressor
Let Alternative Automotive Repair Your Car's AC Compressor

The cool air in your car is produced primarily by the compressor. The four main functions that your vehicle's compressor carries out include pressurizing the refrigerant to cool cabin air, monitoring and controlling temperature output, sensing temperature changes inside and outside the vehicle, and moving air to your car's AC condenser.

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Repair Your Car's AC Condenser
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Your vehicle's A/C condenser is usually located in the front of the radiator. When your AC compressor is pressurizing the refrigerant flows to the condenser to reduce the temperature and pressure. The condenser is a vital component in keeping your car's cabin temperature cool. It moves the cooled liquid refrigerant to the receiver/dryer or accumulator.

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Repair Your Car's AC Evaporator
Repair or Replace Your Car's AC Evaporator at Alternative Automotive in Escondido

Located just behind the dashboard, your car evaporator is in charge of cooling air and removing moisture before it is blown into the cabin of your car or truck.

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Replace Your Car's AC Thermal Expansion Valve or Orifice Tube
Replace Your Thermal Expansion Valve or Orifice Tube at Alternative Automotive

The Thermal Expansion Valve or Orifice Tube monitors the amount of pressure and temperature of your A/C system to calculate the precise amount of refrigerant that can safely go into the evaporator. Uneven pressure can allow unwanted moisture to accumulate in a car or truck's AC system.

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what our customers say

I am always well taken care of in my visits to Alternative Automobile. The service is efficient, friendly, and very professional. The peace of mind they give me through their services is invaluable to me.
V
, 02/25/2023

Always the best!
E
, 02/24/2023

Always walk out after my Lexus has been serviced feeling like I got an honest deal! I have been coming here for several years now- integrity definitely shows at this place! Don't hesitate to call!
L
, 01/25/2023

First time dealing with AA was great. Got us in for a service same day (with no prior heads up) and took care of a laundry list of things for us on our 2017 Colorado. Experienced shop staff with quality customer service. Thank you Daniel & Team!
A
, 01/23/2023

Honest, excellent communication, willing to work on an old vehicle like my 94 80 series.
F
, 12/07/2022

The team is dependable and genuine. Highly recommend!
J
, 08/22/2022

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