Car Air Conditioning - Leven

Car air conditioning slowly loses refrigerant over time, so a system that once blew cold will gradually become less effective. A regas removes the old refrigerant, checks the system holds pressure, and refills it with the correct amount. We regas and service systems that use either R134a or R1234yf, so we can look after older and newer cars alike.

R134a or R1234yf: which does your car use?

Many older cars use R134a, while most cars first registered from 2017 onwards use R1234yf, a refrigerant with a much lower environmental impact. The two aren’t interchangeable, and each needs its own equipment. Your car’s refrigerant type is usually shown on a label under the bonnet, and we’ll confirm it when you book.

Signs your air con needs attention

• The air from the vents isn’t as cold as it used to be, or is blowing warm.
• There’s a musty or damp smell when you switch the system on.
• Your windscreen takes longer to clear when it mists up.
• You hear a new rattle or squeal when the air con is running.
• Water is collecting in the footwell.

Air conditioning earns its keep all year round in Fife. It dries the air as well as cooling it, which is why it clears a misted windscreen so quickly on a cold, damp morning.

What an air con regas includes

Our regas service covers:

• Recovering the existing refrigerant and measuring how much was left in the system.
• A vacuum test to make sure the system holds pressure before refilling.
• Refilling with the correct quantity of refrigerant and lubricating oil for your car.
• Checking vent temperatures and system operation once the job is done.

If a musty smell is the problem, a new cabin pollen filter often helps, and we can fit one at the same time.

Leaks & repairs

When a system is almost empty, a regas on its own won’t last. We’ll trace the leak and check components such as the condenser, compressor, and pipes, then explain what we’ve found and quote for the repair before doing any work.

Why choose us for air con work

Some smaller garages only have equipment for one refrigerant, which means turning certain cars away. Because we handle both, we can look after your car whatever its age, and we can do it alongside a service or MOT to save you a separate trip. Our workshop is in the centre of Leven, a short walk from the train and bus stations, and free collection and delivery is available.