Air-con problem
#1
During the wonderfully hot last couple of weeks I've noticed my air-con not been as cold as it used to be. On further investigation it appears to be an electrical problem. There is sufficient gas in the system. The electro-magnetic clutch on the compresssor seems to drop in and out when it wants even though the low pressure switch it healthy. Any ideas ? Pete Croney has kindly offered to fax me a circuit diagram. The car is a UK MY 97 Turbo. Does anyone know if there is a temperature sensor on the condensor in the passenger compartment ?
Regards,
Ian
p.s. Despite the popular myth, The air-con compressor doens't drop off at full throttle on the Impreza unlike some other less powerful cars. (they probably need the extra 2-3bhp the aircon consumes ;-)
Regards,
Ian
p.s. Despite the popular myth, The air-con compressor doens't drop off at full throttle on the Impreza unlike some other less powerful cars. (they probably need the extra 2-3bhp the aircon consumes ;-)
#4
It'll keep the temp sensor in range,(it shuts off when the evaporator(or is the condensor??) gets too cool, more air blowing through it keeps it warmer) to test get the engine up to temperature, open bonnet, set blower to first speed, turn on A/C, observer compressor clutch, you'll see it drop im and out regularly, up the blower speed and notice the difference.
[This message has been edited by Jim Dunleavy (edited 13 July 2001).]
[This message has been edited by Jim Dunleavy (edited 13 July 2001).]
#7
Thanks Ian.
I was just checking my AC is working correcly because after having the gas recharged the bubbles disappeared....and I can see nothing in the window now...just gas I guess ?
Pete
I was just checking my AC is working correcly because after having the gas recharged the bubbles disappeared....and I can see nothing in the window now...just gas I guess ?
Pete
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#11
Hi Gadge,
I'd really appreciate it if you could scan your manual and send the pages to ikinder@Stones.com. I'm particularily interested in the circuit diagram.
Many thanks,
Ian
I'd really appreciate it if you could scan your manual and send the pages to ikinder@Stones.com. I'm particularily interested in the circuit diagram.
Many thanks,
Ian
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