Heating and air cooling system are connected, but they are two different systems that function separately. Like every part of your truck, you need to take care of both the heating and the A/C system, as you will need any of them during extreme weather conditions. Regular maintenance is the only way to ensure that both are in perfect working condition, which helps boost your truck’s lifespan.
The heating and the A/C system are essential parts of your truck. Therefore, every truck owner understands the value of them being in perfect working condition. Here are some common problems related to the cooling and heating system worth knowing.
Common A/C Problems
Low Levels of Refrigerant
The reduced refrigerant level is one of the common problems associated with the air conditioning system. When the refrigerant level goes down, your truck will make noise instead of cooling. The A/C might blow cool or warm air depending on the refrigerant level but will not blow cold air.
Leaking Condenser
The condenser is where the heat exchange occurs in your AC system. For efficient functioning, the condenser is usually in front of your truck, which exposes it to the dangers of getting damaged by objects like rocks. If it is knocked by moving foreign objects, it will rupture, and refrigerant will start to pour onto the ground. When such happens, consider replacing your condenser as soon as possible.
Spoilt Compressor
Failure of the AC compressor results from various issues that stress it. Such problems include dirty coils, low refrigerant charge, blocked suction lines, and electronic problems.
Common Heating System Problems
Low Coolant
The heat from the engine coolant is what your truck depends on to heat the cabin. The coolant moves around the engine block to cool down various parts of the engine. As the coolant passes through the heater core, heat moves from the coolant to the air blown into your cabin. When the coolant level goes down, it will not perform its role effectively, reducing the heat available in the heater core.
Air In The Cooling System
The efficiency of the coolant goes down when traces of air is present in the cooling system. Water takes more heat from the engine block than the air itself. When there is air within the coolant lines, the cooling system will need to be able to evacuate enough heat to warm up the cabin.
Faulty Heater Core
This mini radiator with aluminum or brass tubing enables the engine’s coolant to circulate. The fans blow the heat from the heater core, which helps disperse heat to the cabin. The heater core experiences problems such as clogs in the tubing. The air blown by fun may not reach the heater core when this happens. Your cabin will not be able to receive warm air.
Conclusion
The heating and the cooling system are essential parts of your truck that offers a conducive environment when it is hot or cold. These two systems are prone to failure. It is necessary to know the common problems associated with them. Such knowledge will enable you to determine the issue when either of them fails.