As soon as the good weather arrives and the air conditioning does not work badly, it can be annoying. We will discover in this article how a air conditioning , then what will be the problems rather regular.
How air conditioning works on a Kia Stonic
The AC works roughly like a fridge. If we popularize, this is its principle. The air conditioner compress a refrigerant. It goes from a liquid state to a gaseous state. When it is gaseous it gains in volume and cools. The hot air in the passenger compartment is subsequently cooled by this circuit, then circulates through the cabin filter . The latter removes molecules harmful to the lungs. Then the cold air will be reincorporated into the Kia Stonic.
Kia Stonic: most frequent air conditioning problems
Depending on the problem, sources will vary. We therefore offer you the most frequent problems in a Kia Stonic, and what are their origins.
Your Kia Stonic's air conditioning is no longer cold
It happens that there is lack of liquid refrigerant in its personalised tour . In this situation, it will be advisable to redo the level. The liquid is truly polluting, it is advisable to go to a garage to carry out this operation. It is possible that the compressor of your Kia Stonic does not activate properly. In this situation, it is sometimes possible to repair it, but it will often be inevitable to replace it with a new one. The problem could also arise from evaporator , exchanger air or even valve deteriorated. Complex to discover in this case. Go to your professional if you never recognize the problem.
The cold air arrives more slowly in the passenger compartment.
It is a relatively common problem. Usually, this will not be a UI problem but a problem arising from air shutters . In this situation, it is advisable to remove the flaps and check if they are dirty. If each of the Kia Stonic's air outlets do not work properly, in this case the problem probably arises from ventilateur . If it does not work, you will certainly have to replace it with a new one.
A strange smell escapes
No reason to worry, it's not as dramatic as you think. Over time, bacteria can be installed inside the air circuits or even on the cabin filter of your Kia Stonic. It is often enough to obtain an antibacterial product and then spray it inside the circuits as well as on your filter. If part of the scent persists, it may be necessary to change this air filter.
Conclusion
The air conditioning of the Kia Stonic has a rather complicated principle. The problem will come from rather different, and sometimes plural, causes. So that the problem does not repeat itself, it is advisable to run the air conditioning fairly regularly for a few minutes every month. Even in December. We hope that this file has allowed you to recognize the problem. Good road!