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What to do if your car has intermittent AC?

What to do if your car has intermittent AC?

Give the clutch a few minutes to cool down before turning the AC back on. If the clutch has cooled down enough, it should then reengage without any issues. Do not fret, because an intermittent AC does not require purchasing an expensive compressor.

How to fix intermittent a / C in a Volvo?

Once the AC clutch obviously disengages itself and begins blowing warm air, turn off the AC with the button on the center console. Give the clutch a few minutes to cool down before turning the AC back on. If the clutch has cooled down enough, it should then reengage without any issues.

What to do if your a / C stops working?

My 2010 T/C has done the same thing as the original post twice within 6 weeks…front fan suddenly stopped; AC still coming out of vents; rear AC and fan still working; turn engine off then back on and everything works momentarily then repeat problem; turn engine off; wait a couple of hours, start the van and everything is operational.

Why does my Honda A / C only work intermittently?

It will work intermittently but after a time will open up. Best test for this is to run it until it stops then check continuity across the clutch coil. Controlers can go bad as well, but typically on this model i have found it is the clutch coil.

Give the clutch a few minutes to cool down before turning the AC back on. If the clutch has cooled down enough, it should then reengage without any issues. Do not fret, because an intermittent AC does not require purchasing an expensive compressor.

Once the AC clutch obviously disengages itself and begins blowing warm air, turn off the AC with the button on the center console. Give the clutch a few minutes to cool down before turning the AC back on. If the clutch has cooled down enough, it should then reengage without any issues.

It will work intermittently but after a time will open up. Best test for this is to run it until it stops then check continuity across the clutch coil. Controlers can go bad as well, but typically on this model i have found it is the clutch coil.

What causes a car to start intermittently?

Intermittent starting problems can be tough to diagnose. Starting problems with vehicles are almost always related to electrical or fuel delivery issues, but there are a lot of parts in these systems.

What happens when you turn on the AC in a camper?

Only when you turn on the AC this time, nothing comes out. Or maybe it does for a little while, but then the air is hotter than it is cool, which only makes things worse. You roll down the windows and you hope to generate a breeze as you drive, but this is no way to live.

What causes intermittent AC on a Toyota Prius?

One is battery and the other is the magnetic clutch coil on the compressor. A dealer is going to charge you their hourly labor rate just to check it. The information source I have access to has many other Toyota vehicles with intermittent AC that were repaired by replacement of the magnetic clutch relay.

How long does an intermittent air conditioner last?

When the AC first begins intermittent failure, it may function properly for as long as 30 minutes before cutting off. But as the clutch wears further down, this time span decreases. Depending on how long this problem has existed, the clutch may only remain engaged for the first few seconds before it slips and disengages the air conditioner.

What kind of problems does my 2005 TBIRD have?

My 2005 Tbird has problems. When using the heat & air only hot air comes out. Whether using a/c or heat…only hot air. Temp adj. has no effect on temp of air coming out. I took my car to the local Ford dealer for diagnosis.

Why does my 2002 Ford Thunderbird not get cold?

My air condition in my 2002 does not get very cold. I think it needs a charge. What type of Freon does it use. Also I do not see a window to check It uses 134. 134 systems don’t use sight glass like the R12 systems did. You need gauges and you fill to proper differential pressures for ambient temp.

How to find out if your Ford Thunderbird has AC problems?

Please sign in or join the Thunderbird club free to access the search page and many other free site features. If you forgot your password click here. Click the “X” to the right to dismiss this notice. I read with interest the other post on AC problems, but mine is a little differant. I can be driving along and the AC goes to hot air.

Where is the AC low pressure port on a 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

No ramps or jacks are needed. Click to expand… Click to expand… The charge on my 2002 is 28oz. It is written right on top of the radiator shroud. thanks, I will add 8 oz.

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