Air conditioning not cooling
A/C diagnostics for weak cooling, uneven temperature or poor airflow, with the work agreed after checking the system.
Diagnostics
Car fluid leaks: what the colour tells you
We identify where the fluid is coming from and which system needs attention before discussing the repair with you.
Heat makes seals and hoses harden over time, and a small drip can become a big repair. The colour and position of the spot help us find the source.
What the colour means
- Brown or black: engine oil
- Pink, green or blue: coolant
- Red: gearbox or power steering fluid
- Clear and watery: air conditioning condensation, which is normal
Finding the source
We clean the area, add tracer dye where useful and check the car on the lift, so we repair the leak at its origin.
Questions and answers
How can I tell which fluid is leaking?
Brown or black is usually engine oil, pink or green is coolant and red can be gearbox fluid. Clear water under the front is normal condensation from the air conditioning.
Is a small leak urgent?
Brake fluid and fuel leaks are urgent. A small oil leak can wait a few days, but oil on a hot exhaust is a fire risk.
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Engine diagnostics and repair for oil leaks, overheating, timing faults and changes in performance.
Cooling system
Cooling system diagnosis and repair: leaks, radiators, pumps, thermostats and temperature faults.
Gearbox repair
Transmission diagnostics, fluid service and repair for shifting faults, leaks and abnormal operation.
