CL9 - Air Cond Issue

[sameol3]

Hi Guys,

Just wanted to get some thoughts on my Air cond issue that just occurred over the weekend.

Air cond decided to stop working all of a sudden, didn't notice gradual loss in the coldness recently or anything. Just stopped working whilst i was driving, when i mean not working i mean it doesn't seem to kick in but fan works fine. Switches and all seems to be working and the displays there but i don't get any loss in power as if when the condensor clutch kicks in. I did pop the bonnet to see if there was anything physcically damaged but everything looks fine and no burnt smells or anything.

Just wanted to know if its just an issue thats it needs a regas?, or is there a issue with the condensor? Will be taking it in on thursday to get it checked out but wanted to know some of your thoughts so i can prepare myself and also avoid being ripped off if its just simply requires a regas.

Thanks in advance.

[d1zzo]

Maybe your aircon filter .. check that or somethibg

[sameol3]

I doubt it's the filter as there is air from the fan coming through the vents, just no cold air. Air cond system just seems not to be activating at all.

[Jasemas]

Check actual air con motor as these tend to fry
Or was it condenser
Either way
best bet to see a mechanic

[peteyyyy]

Check the A/C fuse, if nothing seems to happen it could be that simple. If not, look for any oil residue on any refrigerant pipe fittings/hoses, most likely if its a bit oily or greasy, could be a leak. Or could be the compressor clutch has stuffed itself. Could be anything man

[sameol3]

Turns out it's the compressor letting go, worse thing is that it's damn hot in Sydney today. Looks like an expensive fix

[Fredoops]

Turns out it's the compressor letting go, worse thing is that it's damn hot in Sydney today. Looks like an expensive fix

yeah you're in for an wallet whooping....

[sameol3]

Yeah, almost had a heart attack when honda quoted me 2.5k to get it replaced. I'd rather trade my car in.... Then have pay for that. Ended up trying my luck on a reconditioned unit, fingers crossed that one will hold up. Can't believe after reading previous threads on how many euros have been affected by this, very poor quality for such an expensive part. I would of went aftermarket if had more time and if wasn't so damn hot.

[Jasemas]

Second hand and get a mechanic to install
Win

[markian]

I have had a similar issue. All of a sudden the a/c stops working but the fan continues to work. Had the system re-gased but from time to time it stops working. I can be driving along with the a/c on and all of a sudden it gets hot and sometimes its a matter of turning it off and on a few times which seems to fix it for a while. My guess is that its a fuse or damaged electrical component. Any ideas what the issue might be?

[sameol3]

I'm guessing your compressor is on the way out. Do you get the kick of when the compressor kicks in when it happens? If you don't then more then likely it's the compressor is dying or the compressor or the compressor clutch isn't engaging. Doubt it's electrical or fuse related as then it wouldn't work at all.

[aaronng]

If the compressor doesn't kick in, then it is the AC clutch. Usually the thermal fuse has blown. If the compressor fails, you'll hear it. It is not a pleasant sound!