Automotive AC in San Diego

A Luxury We Don't Want to Do Without

Although we are lucky enough to be living in a mild climate, we still like to use automotive AC in San Diego. We've gotten used to enjoying the same comfort levels that we have at home or at work. With just a touch on the AC controls, we can bring our car interior to the perfect temperature. 

That is, unless something goes wrong. Freeway driving in particular is not so pleasant unless you're inside an air-conditioned car with the windows up. At Baron's Foreign Car Service, we drive the freeways, too, so we understand the importance of keeping your AC running smoothly.

Auto AC: Increasingly Complex

A car AC is like many of the common things in life: you don't notice it until it's gone.  And because auto heating and cooling has developed many improvements as well as many regulations since it's initial days in the 1940's, it's now so complex that it's difficult for “home mechanics” to do repairs.

As mentioned above, some of the complexity has been added to satisfy environmental regulations. Scientific studies proved that our ozone layer is damaged by the refrigerant R-12 (known as Freon). Freon manufacture is banned in the USA and many other countries now, and other regulations are in place.

A mechanic must be certified to purchase refrigerant and the auto shop must have expensive equipment to capture ozone-depleting chemicals in the case that the system has to be opened up for repair.

Basic knowledge of these evolving requirements helps you understand that a knowledgeable and qualified repair shop must charge enough for your automotive AC in San Diego to include the cost of necessary certification and equipment.

Years of Experience

Since 1980, we've been serving our neighbors and friends with the finest foreign auto repair and maintenance available in the San Diego area. The next time your European or Japanese car, mini van, or pickup needs attention, give us a call at 858-578-2800 or contact us via our quick and easy contact page online. You'll notice a difference on your very first visit.