Whether your vehicle's air conditioner has stopped working or it's showing signs of wear, having the compressor replaced can give the system new life. Here are a few questions you should ask your service provider before taking your car in to have the AC compressor replaced.

How Long Will the Project Take?

It's a good idea to get an accurate timeline for how long it will take for your service provider to complete the project of replacing the AC compressor before taking your car in to be serviced. Don't expect that you'll have your vehicle back the same day, and don't walk away not knowing when you'll be called to pick your car up.

Make sure that your service provider gives you a turnaround time in writing so you know exactly how long you'll be without your car until you can pick it up. This will help you plan things like getting to and from work while you're without a car. If your service provider can't tell you exactly how long it will take them to complete the replacement project, consider finding another who can.

Where's the New AC Compressor Coming From?

You need to know what the make and model is of the new AC compressor that is being put in your car so you can make sure that you have all the owner's manuals and guides you need to properly maintain it in the coming years. You also want to be sure that the part is coming from a reliable manufacturer that is well known, not some warehouse from a foreign country that you have never heard of. Knowing where your new AC compressor comes from will help ensure that you don't end up with a substandard product that will just need to be replaced again in the near future.

Do Any Warranties Come With the New Part?

To make sure you're financially protected if the new compressor malfunctions in some way after it's been installed, it is crucial to make sure that it comes with some kind of warranty. At the very least, your new compressor should come with a manufacturer's warranty. But with any luck, your service provider will be able to provide you with an extended warranty that offers protection for several years after the compressor is installed.

Schedule a consultation appointment with a local service provider like Modern Auto Air to learn more about the process of having your car's AC compressor replaced and to determine what all of your replacement options are.