Keep it Cool.

It won’t be long now when moderate spring temps give way to the heat and humidity of the Raleigh area.  The most common causes of broken air conditioning in your vehicle are leaks or compressor issues. If your air is blowing cool but not cold, the problem could be a clogged filter, cooling fan problem or radiator trouble.

Here are some ways to diagnose the problem –

1.  Look for obstructions such as leaves, bugs, etc. that clog the compressor.

2.  A voltmeter checks the voltage to your car’s compressor.

3.  Leaks…easily the most common problem.

It all adds up to one solution.  Have your vehicle’s air conditioner checked and repaired by Jim’s Auto Service.  They are the Raleigh area’s car a/c experts.  Whether it just needs to be repaired or replaced Jim’s is the place to have it done.  They are located at 3711 Tarheel Dr. in Raleigh.  Just call for an appointment before summer takes its toll at (919) 824-4566.

Summer Starts Next Week.

There is something to contemplate.  Even though we have had a feel for summer heat already the official beginning is right around the corner.  Do you think you can make it through the summer of 2017 without air conditioning in your car?  If so, please don’t bother including me in your car pool this summer!

Your car’s air conditioning system is the life-blood that will make it tolerable to get from point A to point B in the Raleigh area over the next few months.  One tip that we can give you aside from having your A/C checked and ready for the heat and humidity would be to protect your car from direct sunlight as much as possible by parking in shaded areas.

The best tip of all, however is to have your vehicle’s air conditioning system checked and maintained by a real professional.  In Raleigh, that man is the ultimate shade tree mechanic.  His name is Jim Liacos.  He repairs and replaces air conditioning units in cars as well as anyone around.  Drive in to his 3711 Tarheel Drive location or call (919) 824-4566.

Brake Check Time.

Next to the engine itself and the tires, what could be more important than your vehicle’s brakes?  Your safety depends on them.  Now that winter is pretty much over it is time to make sure that your brakes are ready for increased highway driving in warmer weather.  When was the last time that a professional took a look at them?

Often, it is painfully obvious that brake repair is a priority.  When you hear that awful “squealing noise” when you put your foot on the pedal do not hesitate another day.  A less obvious, but important sign would be a “mushy” feeling when you apply the brakes.  We may convince ourselves that this is not serious, but it probably demands your attention.

Brakes do not always adhere to a schedule.  Your owner’s manual may tell you the number of miles that are “projected” between a brake replacement.  Safety is at stake here.  Trust Raleigh’s vehicle brake replacement expert Jim Liacos.  Stop by his shop located at 3711 Tarheel Drive and have your brakes checked…or call for an appointment at (919) 824-4566.

Checking Your Tires in Summer Heat.

Tire inflation is vital to summertime driving.  Chances are you are putting more highway miles on your car…or at least you will be.  The intense summer heat combined with those hard-driving miles spells wear and tear when the rubber meets the road.  The air pressure is what supports the weight of your vehicle NOT the tire itself.

It is vitally important to remember that air pressure expands when heated and contracts when cooled.  Of course, this happens not only seasonally, but day and night as well as you consider when you will be traveling this summer.  Here is a tip…for every 10 degrees the tire pressure will increase by 1 pound per square inch.  Think about that as the temperature nears 100 degrees!

Whether you are doing the same driving this summer that you do 12 months a year or you are headed out on a summer vacation it is important to have your tires examined by a professional.  That man in the Raleigh North Carolina area is Jim Liacos.  Jim has spent his entire adult life repairing cars.  Jim’s Auto Services is your Raleigh tire care expert.  Drive in for a check-up today at 3711 Tarheel Drive.

Keep it Cool Raleigh.

Summer heat is on its way.  With that comes the stress and strain on your vehicle’s air conditioning system.  The most likely cause of an A/C cooling problem is a lack of refrigerant.  Since the last time you cranked up your car’s air conditioning there may have been a leak in the compressor or the O-ring seal.  Even a crack the size of a pin hole can suck out all of the refrigerant over time.

In many auto air conditioning systems, the compressor will not even turn on if the refrigerant is low.  There is a safety mechanism that will keep it from engaging in order to protect the compressor from being damaged because of a lack of lubricant.  There is a magnetic clutch that also may be defective and need to be replaced.

Your car’s air conditioning is your life blood.  Without it this will be one unbearable summer behind the wheel.  Fortunately, there is a 40-year veteran of auto repair in Raleigh.  His name is Jim Liacos of Jim’s Auto Services.  Jim is your best choice in the area for auto air conditioning system repair in Raleigh.  Call him today at (919) 824-4566 or drive in to 3711 Tarheel Drive in Raleigh.

Checking your Car’s Air Conditioning System.

Before the temperature and the humidity are both in the 90’s you had better get a handle on whether or not your car is ready for the long summer ahead.  There is not much in this world more uncomfortable than driving around in a hot car for even a day or two when Raleigh’s summer descends on all of us.

Here are some of the things that a professional will check for you before it is too late…

1.  Does the compressor clutch engage when the A/C is on?

2.  Is the system running truly cold air?  It is harder to detect when the temperature is moderate.

3.  Listening for rumbling sounds around the compressor

4.  Are the mounting bolts in place and secure?

5.  Belts need to be checked for cracks and wear.

These are just a few of the safety checks that need to be done by a professional mechanic.

This is why you make an appointment to see Jim Liacos of Jim’s Auto Services.  His reputation as a Raleigh NC auto air conditioning specialist is second to none.  Find out about your car’s ability to keep you cool this summer before it becomes an emergency.  Make an appointment with Jim by calling him at (919) 824-4566 located at 3711 Tarheel Drive in Raleigh.