Question 1

What does an air conditioning compressor do?

Accepted Answer

The AC compressor pumps and pressurises the refrigerant through the air conditioning system, feeding cold air into your car. The compressor is powered by your car’s engine.

Question 2

How often should a compressor need replacing?

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A well-maintained and properly serviced compressor could last as long as your car does. However, as with all vehicle components, they’re prone to wear and tear. Leakage and blockage can create irreparable damage.

Question 3

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

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A faulty air compressor won’t affect your car’s MOT, but it can affect the comfort of you and your passengers. It’s worth keeping your air conditioning running correctly as the impact it can have on your vehicle’s fuel efficiency could affect the day-to-day cost of your motoring.

Question 4

What happens when we replace your AC compressor?

Accepted Answer

Our efficient and fully qualified mechanics will check for possible fault codes relating to your air conditioning that could lead them directly to a compressor fault.The air conditioning system will be checked thoroughly, including electric and pressure components.Wherever required your compressor will be replaced, and you’ll be advised of any other connected or associated problems arising from its malfunction. Important associated parts will also be removed and cleaned.You will be advised of any other parts that may need to be replaced for the best operation and health of your vehicle. This includes replacement of refrigerant and possibly the orifice tube and receiver dryer.Once the faulty compressor has been replaced, our mechanics will test it thoroughly to ensure the correct running of the new part and make any adjustments required for its premium operation.

Question 5

What causes an AC compressor to stop working correctly?

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Over time, the internal components of a compressor can wear or fail, including the seals that cannot be replaced independently.
In other cases, the valves, pistons, bearings or clutch may need replacing, and it could be a cheaper option to replace the complete unit rather than each of the individual parts.
Your compressor may have stopped working properly due to infiltration by dirt and debris, or from being affected by other faulty parts in the system.

Question 6

Symptoms of a malfunctioning AC compressor

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If the air conditioning in your car doesn’t function as it normally would then it could be down to a faulty compressor.

Question 7

Your air con doesn’t work

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If your air vents aren’t producing cool air when your AC is operational, it could be your compressor that’s malfunctioning.

Question 8

There is no cool air

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A malfunctioning compressor could also affect your fuel consumption, so if you notice that you’re not achieving your usual mpg, it could be time to have your compressor checked.

Question 9

Your fuel consumption isn’t as good as normal

Accepted Answer

If you hear a ticking noise coming from your engine, then this could be a sign that your compressor is damaged.
The AC unit is damp
If there are patches of fluid around the AC unit, this could also be a sign of a faulty compressor.

Question 10

Suzuki

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The Suzuki Motor Corporation is a Japanese multinational automotive and motorcycle manufacturer, established in 1909, over 100 years ago.

Question 11

How popular is Suzuki in the United Kingdom?

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Possibly better known as a leading motorcycle manufacturer, the cars from this marque are becoming a well-known household name in UK motoring. The Suzuki Swift and Suzuki Vitara have made a real impact on UK drivers, being responsible for over half of the 408k Suzuki models on the roads today.

Question 12

Good value small city cars and SUV driving

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Suzuki’s success has been dependent on their provision of small, well-priced cars that offer excellent value and good fuel economy. They offer a selection of city cars and small hatchbacks, with added hybrid fuel options for green drivers and those who want further economy from their motoring.It’s possibly the Vitara, Ignis and the SX4 S-Cross SUV and crossover models that are making the most impact for this brand, despite not achieving quite the same impressive sales figures as the Swift.

Question 13

Suzuki provides great technology for budget brand cars

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For cars at their price-point, Suzuki crams in a lot of tech. The Vitara, for example, comes with Suzuki’s Boosterjet turbocharged engine and Allgrip 4-wheel drive system for performance, and a host of additional technology for drivability. It also incorporates driver assistance features such as a lane departure warning that includes visual signals and a vibrating steering wheel, cruise control and fully integrated smartphone connectivity—features you’d tend to expect to find on much higher priced vehicles.

Question 14

The Suzuki SHVS hybrid system

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In the current climate where ecology and green motoring has become prevalent, the ‘Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki’ advanced driving system reduces CO2 emissions and lowers your running costs. What Suzuki has done here, is create a lighter and smaller system than the standard hybrid arrangement. Combine that with their cars’ lightweight chassis and nimble performance, and the efficiency becomes even more impressive.

Question 15

Suzuki’s reliability and reputation

Accepted Answer

Suzuki came top of the pile out of the 30 car brands in the What Car? Reliability Survey in 2018. Followed closely by Lexus and Toyota, it was the Japanese and Asian marques that proved to be the most reliable vehicles being driven in the UK.

Question 16

Recent Suzuki recalls and reliability issues

Accepted Answer

Various recalls have been made on Suzuki models throughout their motoring history. The following are a list of the most recent in the UK and Europe.

Question 17

30/11/2018 – Suzuki Swift (2013–2015)

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Due to the engine vibrations, the brake lines and the support on which the motor is mounted may come into contact

Question 18

01/06/2018 – Suzuki Celerio (2018)

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The front seat’s side airbag webbing bracket may be defective

Question 19

30/03/2018 – Suzuki Ignis, Suzuki Swift and Suzuki Baleno (2015–2016)

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The engine auto stop-start system might become inoperative

Question 20

04/01/2017 – Suzuki Jimny (2014–2015)

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Resin fragments inside the brake hydraulic control unit might get stuck in the hydraulic control valve

Question 21

23/09/2016 – Suzuki Jimny (2013–2014)

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The brake booster does not work adequately, and thus the brake pedal operation can be harder

Question 22

19/03/2016 – Suzuki Swift (2013–2015)

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The adhesive force of the double-sided tapes which fix the front seat heater to the seat may deteriorate

Question 23

29/07/2016 – Suzuki Swift/Swift Sport (2014–2015)

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A defect in the rear wheel brake may cause a sudden decrease of brake force

Question 24

10/06/2016 – Suzuki SX4 S-Cross (2013–2016)

Accepted Answer

The seams of the front seat back covers may have been sewn incorrectly in the area of the side airbag.All recall information sourced from gov.co.uk data.

Car make and model	Average dealer price	Price estimate	Average savings
Suzuki Grand Vitara	£550	£427 - £522	£76
Suzuki SJ410	£706	£500 - £611	£150
Suzuki Samurai	£699	£507 - £620	£135
Suzuki SX4 S-Cross	£689	£496 - £607	£138
Suzuki Baleno	£721	£503 - £615	£162
Suzuki Jimny	£698	£487 - £595	£157
Suzuki Wagon R Plus	£712	£553 - £675	£98
Suzuki Wagon R	£712	£553 - £675	£98
Suzuki Swift	£541	£438 - £536	£54
Suzuki Liana	£652	£515 - £629	£80
Suzuki Grand Vitara	£550	£427 - £522	£76
Suzuki Splash	£674	£489 - £598	£130
Suzuki SX4 S-Cross	£689	£496 - £607	£138
Suzuki Cappuccino	£717	£500 - £611	£161
Suzuki X-90	£470	£378 - £462	£50
Suzuki SJ413	£649	£487 - £595	£108
Suzuki Kizashi	£748	£547 - £669	£140
Suzuki Samurai	£699	£507 - £620	£135
Suzuki Carry	£631	£502 - £614	£73
Suzuki Ignis	£590	£446 - £545	£94
Suzuki Grand Vitara	£550	£427 - £522	£76
Suzuki SJ410	£706	£500 - £611	£150
Suzuki Samurai	£699	£507 - £620	£135
Suzuki SX4 S-Cross	£689	£496 - £607	£138
Suzuki Baleno	£721	£503 - £615	£162

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What does a compressor do?

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How much does it cost to fix my car?

What happens when we replace your AC compressor?

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