German Import Garage of Truckee knows that it’s important to service and repair the automotive HVAC, Heating and Air Conditioning System in summer and winter. 

There is no place better than Truckee for auto repair and service experts for air conditioning and heating on Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen and Mini Cooper. 

Auto Heating, Cooling, Defrost and Cabin Air is all Part of the HVAC System

The HVAC system is an important system that keeps you warm in the winter, cool in the summer and breathing fresh air all year long. This system also controls that defrost function, so it’s important that it’s working properly.

German Import Garage services Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche and Mini Cooper. GIG is especially versed in Mercedes Sprint Vans. For all other makes and models, partner shop Quality Automotive Servicing in Truckee will perform the same services and repairs listed below.

Defrost or heat not working as well as it once was?

Is the defrost or heat working but not as well as previously? This can be caused by a clogged heater core or low coolant, both will cause trouble issues. See what German Import Garage can do for preventative maintenance below.

Three main parts to your air condition system

• Condenser
• Evaporator
• Compressor

“Detecting damage or leaks to the Air Conditioning A/C system is important maintenance and can save the owner both time in the shop and money on repairs,” says Maggie Lusser, Service Manager at German Import Garage in Truckee, California.

Don’t wait until there is a problem. Truckee’s German Import Garage HVAC, heat and air conditioning service prevents the chance of having an expensive repair while at home or traveling through the Lake Tahoe region. 

German Import Garage Annual Air Flow Service

The HVAC air system cleaning kills mold & bacteria. Combined with a new cabin air filter the driver and passengers can breathe fresh air all year long.

German Import Garage Preventative Maintenance for HVAC, Heating and Air Conditioning Systems

• Inspection of hoses and belts for cracking and rot.
• Inspect pulleys and tensioners for wear and function.
• Test ventilation system using proper thermometer equipment.
• Draw down refrigerant for leak detection.
• Recharge the system with refrigerant & PAG oil.
• Add dye for identification of any future leaks. 

This is an important service to protect the compressor. A typical compressor repair can range from $600 to $3000 depending on severity of failure and vehicle make and model. 

Which type of refrigerant do you need for your Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, VW or Mini Cooper? 

There is 134 A, YF1234 and soon a new generation. You can leave this to the experts at German Import Garage, also known as GIG. 

From Roseville and Rocklin to Truckee, California, having the AC system working properly is important on many levels. The Air Conditioning system includes not only refrigerant which causes the cooling effect, but also an oil to lubricate the A/C compressor. A failure can be avoided with smart preventative maintenance from a GIG technician that is qualified to perform this work.

The entire Sacramento Valley and Foothill towns of Auburn, Grass Valley and Nevada City regularly experience 100 degrees or hotter temperatures. Preparing for this starts well before the triple digit weather.

German Import Garage of Truckee boasts having the best services for all the German import makes not only for Northern California and the Sacramento valley but in Northern Nevada too. Communities from Incline Village to Reno make the beautiful drive to Truckee just to experience the unmatched service.

“At German Import Garage we cultivate lasting relationship with customers based on trust and exceptional care of their German import vehicles.”

German Import Garage is located at 11183 Trails End Ct, Truckee CA and services cars from Northern California and Northern Nevada. For an appointment give GIG a call at 530-414-7733 or make an appointment online.