Nissens outlines what it offers to technicians performing A/C servicing.
Technicians are at the frontline when it comes to air conditioning and climate control systems and as service and repair of these areas is far from simple and requires specialist knowledge, they need to have the right partner when it comes to the parts they need, as well as the technical advice to allow them to tackle the work with confidence and do the job right, first time.
As more hybrid and electric vehicles take to the roads, more will come into the workshop for routine climate system maintenance or repair. However, the technicians undertaking this work need to be aware that they require special handling and safety procedures, as well as a deeper level of specialist knowledge to complete it successfully.
Heat pump solution
Using the thermal system as an example, many EVs rely on a heat pump solution, which is an advanced system compared to a standard A/C loop, so adds further complications.
As a result, the first thing on the wish list for independents in a busy workshop is access to reliable technical support. Nissens openly shares its expertise on the A/C system’s maintenance, troubleshooting and component installation. Its technical insights cover new technology trends and include the latest thermal management systems. This technical support is accessible in various forms, from online assets to live training.
Also on the list are replacement components of premium quality that ensure easy installation. Every component in the A/C range is manufactured to ‘Genuine Nissens Quality’. This standard is benchmarked to match the same level as the original equipment part quality, aiming to provide optimal performance and durability. In addition, all of the A/C system’s critical importance parts are designed as a ‘First Fit’ replacement, which means all the necessary parts are included in the product box so that technicians can undertake an easy, safe, and proper first-time-right installation.
Next on the wish list are components that, provided they are fitted correctly, last. Many of Nissens’ products incorporate features that prolong the lifespan of each component and claim to deliver years of value to vehicle owners. All the company’s condensers are corrosion protected, for example, and by applying this specially designed coating, it is able to produce a replacement with a longer lifespan than would normally be possible.
The Nissens climate system programme is designed to enhance the competitiveness of the independent workshop and enable it to be fully prepared to serve its customers during the busy A/C season.
The complete range comprises more than 3,600 part numbers and offers high car parc coverage, including 450 A/C parts for hybrid and EV. This range is constantly expanding and grew by 150 last year alone, and of these components are 40 A/C system pressure sensors that cover 160 OE part numbers and high-voltage A/C compressors for Tesla Model 3, Kia Niro, Hyundai Ioniq and others.
