Air Conditioning Regas & Leak Detection

HLX Performance – BMW Specialist in Wimborne, Dorset

If your air conditioning isn’t blowing cold, takes a long time to cool, or struggles to clear misted windows, it may be time for an AC regas. At HLX Performance, we offer professional air conditioning regassing and leak detection for BMWs and other vehicles, using the correct refrigerant for your system.

Based in Wimborne, Dorset, we regularly see vehicles with low refrigerant levels — even when the system appears to “still work”. Restoring the correct gas level improves cooling performance, protects AC components, and helps maintain a healthy cabin environment all year round.

Why Air Conditioning Needs Regassing

Automotive air conditioning systems are sealed, but they are not completely leak-proof. Over time, small amounts of refrigerant naturally escape through seals, hoses, and joints. This gradual loss means the system becomes less efficient year after year.

When refrigerant levels drop, the air conditioning has to work harder to achieve the same cooling effect. This puts additional strain on components such as the compressor and can lead to poor performance or costly repairs if left untreated.

• Reduced cooling performance
• Longer time to cool the cabin
• Increased load on the AC compressor
• Higher risk of component wear or failure

Common Signs Your Car Needs an AC Regas

• Air conditioning not blowing cold
• Cooling is weak or inconsistent
• Windows mist up easily
• AC takes a long time to clear condensation
• System hasn’t been regassed for several years
• AC was previously working but performance has faded

AC Is Important Even in Winter

Many drivers associate air conditioning purely with summer, but it plays an important role throughout the year — especially in winter. When AC is used alongside the heater, it removes moisture from the air inside the cabin.

A properly functioning AC system dramatically reduces condensation on the windscreen and windows, helping them clear faster and stay clear. This improves visibility, comfort, and safety during colder and wetter months.

• Faster demisting and defogging
• Reduced interior moisture
• Improved visibility in wet and cold weather
• Healthier cabin air

Refrigerants We Support

Leak Detection Services

If your air conditioning has lost gas quickly or no longer works at all, a leak may be present. Simply regassing a leaking system will only provide temporary results.

We offer leak detection to help identify the source of refrigerant loss, allowing repairs to be carried out before regassing. This protects the environment, saves money long-term, and ensures the system operates correctly.

• Identification of refrigerant leaks
• Prevents repeated loss of gas
• Protects the AC compressor
• Honest advice before regassing

Why Choose HLX Performance?

• BMW specialist knowledge
• Correct equipment for modern refrigerants
• Clear advice with no guesswork
• Serving Wimborne, Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset