Auto Air Conditioning & Heater Repair/Expert Profile

Chris Fortunato

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 12/31/2009
Expertise

I can address most AC/Heating concerns, or at least point you in the right direction.

Experience in the area

15 years in a dealer, 8 with Oldsmobile and 7 with Jeep. 1 year as Regional Training Instructor for ACDelco

Education/Credentials

(former)ASE Master mechanic Jeep Silver/Bronze Technician Olds Master Technician

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UserDateKCTPComments
william garrett06/04/0710101010Very informative & exactly what I needed .....
Michael05/25/0710101010That is hugely helpful. An hour before .....
Kyle05/01/0710101010I shall try that. Thanks for the .....
Tyler04/23/0710101010Very knowledgable, and a great help. Thanks .....
Al04/22/0710101010Thank you for all the help!

Recent Answers from Chris Fortunato

2007-06-03 1998 Jeep Chreokee Air conditioning:

Hi William, Absolutely plausible. The A/C system can still have pressure in it, and yet be too low to engage the compressor. The low-pressure cut-off switch will prevent compressor clutch engagement

2007-05-31 93 Buick Park Ave Low air flow:

Hi David, If the fan gets progressively louder, but the airflow stays the same, then you probably have a blockage. If the fan motor seems to have one loud speed, or you hear a vibration, then it's possible

2007-05-29 1999 Jeep Cherokee A/C does not blow cold:

Hi Chris, I think you should take it to a shop you trust. Since the dealer is intimate with Jeeps, my automatic response is to go there, but there are a few high-quality independents in any area. Listen

2007-05-25 Toyota Sienna compressor failure:

Hi Michael, Yikes. I'm not sure about another opinion... unless it's another Toyota dealer. I'm not knocking the independents, but the dealer knows the pitfalls of that particular vehicle, under those

2007-05-14 Volvo Truck AC:

Hi Dave, 15 degree difference? Bah. That couldn't be more wrong. These guys are actual mechanics? All kidding aside, even poorly designed r-134a vehicles can maintain at least a 25 degree difference

 

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