Should I go to a 4S shop or a car repair shop for car air conditioning repair?
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During the warranty period, go to a 4S shop; after the warranty period, you can go anywhere. Introduction to air conditioning is as follows: Introduction: Car air conditioning refers to the air conditioning device installed in a car, which can cool, heat, ventilate, and purify the air inside the compartment, providing a comfortable riding environment for passengers, reducing the driver's fatigue, and improving driving safety. Structure: It generally includes a refrigeration device, a heating device, and a ventilation device. This combined device makes full use of the limited space inside the car, has a simple structure, and is easy to operate, making it a popular modern car air conditioning system internationally. Layout: Different types of air conditioning systems have different layout methods. Currently, cars widely use an integrated heating and cooling air conditioning system. The layout type assembles the evaporator, heater radiator, centrifugal blower, and control mechanism together, known as the air conditioning unit assembly.
I used to struggle with this question too, until I realized the key lies in your car's condition and budget. If it's a new car still under warranty, the dealership (4S shop) is definitely the first choice—they use genuine parts and their technicians receive brand-specific training. However, the prices are steep; something as simple as an air filter replacement could cost you several hundred. The advantage of local repair shops is their flexibility and affordability. Last year when my AC wasn't cooling, a neighborhood shop fixed it with a refrigerant top-up for just 200 yuan. But you must find a reliable shop—those roadside stalls might use substandard parts that fail within three months, costing you more in the long run. My advice: minor issues go to local shops, but for major problems like compressor failure, stick with the dealership. After all, a botched AC system repair could affect the entire vehicle.
