My AC Suks!
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My AC Suks!
It was 88 degrees on Sunday, and I blasted my AC for at least 30 minutes but the car didn't feel cool at all. My ballz were sweating so bad...I had to turn the AC off and open all the windows instead. If I waited for another 5-10 minutes for the AC, my ballz would of turn to boiled eggs.
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
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Originally Posted by skahung
It was 88 degrees on Sunday, and I blasted my AC for at least 30 minutes but the car didn't feel cool at all. My ballz were sweating so bad...I had to turn the AC off and open all the windows instead. If I waited for another 5-10 minutes for the AC, my ballz would of turn to boiled eggs.
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
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you know my A/C blows cool but not ice cold! i was just thinking about this over the weekend when we had a few 80 degree days in a row. the bmw 323i the a/c is ICE cold, you have to turn it down in a few minutes or u get chills but the c230 the A/C is cool but not very cold like i would expect from a brand new car.
performance wise, i didn't notice any major loss from driving for a couple hours with the A/C on, i don't know what these clowns are talking about heat soak and huge HP losses...
anyway. should I call the service department to see if they can make it ice cold??
anyone else with an 05' C230 notice the A/C is not ice cold??
performance wise, i didn't notice any major loss from driving for a couple hours with the A/C on, i don't know what these clowns are talking about heat soak and huge HP losses...
anyway. should I call the service department to see if they can make it ice cold??
anyone else with an 05' C230 notice the A/C is not ice cold??
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Do you guys use the AUTO function? If the AUTO function is on, it naturally starts to regulate the temperature once it feels that the cabin has reached the desired temp (i.e. shuts off the cool to keep the temp).
I never use the AUTO function and I can't keep the AC on 68 the whole time, just like "nukblazi" said. Gets too damn cold.
If not, both of you should take it to the dealer (since your cars are still under warranty) because just to give you an example of how cold it should get, I was in Las Vegas last weekend in 100+ degree weather and it felt cooler in my car than it did in some of the casinos.
I never use the AUTO function and I can't keep the AC on 68 the whole time, just like "nukblazi" said. Gets too damn cold.
If not, both of you should take it to the dealer (since your cars are still under warranty) because just to give you an example of how cold it should get, I was in Las Vegas last weekend in 100+ degree weather and it felt cooler in my car than it did in some of the casinos.
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i never use auto but same idea about 90 degrees i had to blast it to feel cool, i want it in the middle (i usually leave it at 3 bars but barely anything comes out so you have to crank it up further)
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i turn the temp knob to as cold as it gets, never use auto, turn the fan knob past 6 or whatever, it probably doesn't get below 60º. i was talking with parts dept. about something else and mentioned it to him, he said i should get a service appointment cause the temperature at the vent is supposed to be 40º with the A/C blasting.
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Originally Posted by ctC230K
i turn the temp knob to as cold as it gets, never use auto, turn the fan knob past 6 or whatever, it probably doesn't get below 60º. i was talking with parts dept. about something else and mentioned it to him, he said i should get a service appointment cause the temperature at the vent is supposed to be 40º with the A/C blasting.
I wonder what how different the AC reacts to the digital vs. analog setup or if it has any affect at all?
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Originally Posted by drexappeal
ct, definitely should take it it in to check on that. Sounds like you have the analog, just like me.
I wonder what how different the AC reacts to the digital vs. analog setup or if it has any affect at all?
I wonder what how different the AC reacts to the digital vs. analog setup or if it has any affect at all?
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My car is getting it's free detailing by the dealership Monday, I had service make an appointment to check the A/C the same day while it's there and I'm already getting a loaner car anyway. Sweet! 
MB service dept > BMW service dept x 10000
MB service dept > BMW service dept x 10000
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Yeah, my A/C on an 05 C230 recently got very weak too. If you set it on auto with the temp knob turned as low as it can go on a hot day, it will blast air like crazy but it's not cold. I think something's defective with these units. I'm going to bring it in for service.
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Kept both my knobs at 70-72 ish today on Auto and car was cool in 93 degree weather within 5 minutes time. And I hate AC!!!!! Had to though as there was no breeze and I was sitting in damn traffic!
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Originally Posted by skahung
It was 88 degrees on Sunday, and I blasted my AC for at least 30 minutes but the car didn't feel cool at all. My ballz were sweating so bad...I had to turn the AC off and open all the windows instead. If I waited for another 5-10 minutes for the AC, my ballz would of turn to boiled eggs.
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
My 02s Ac is super cold. I could make snowcones and freeze my ***** off all at the same time!
hahahaha
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both of my C's are freezing cold !
makes me wish i had heated seats !!!
makes me wish i had heated seats !!!
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Originally Posted by Saprissa
both of my C's are freezing cold !
makes me wish i had heated seats !!!
makes me wish i had heated seats !!!
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Originally Posted by Jim Banville
A/C works fine in my '05 C230K sedan. And it gets HOT in Georgia! Are you guys using recirculate mode?
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I only use recirulation mode when passing some factory on the highway....or places that smells......and turn it off after i have pass those places. I want fresh air coming into the car 
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Originally Posted by BabyBenz6spd
I only use recirulation mode when passing some factory on the highway....or places that smells......and turn it off after i have pass those places. I want fresh air coming into the car
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Originally Posted by skahung
It was 88 degrees on Sunday, and I blasted my AC for at least 30 minutes but the car didn't feel cool at all. My ballz were sweating so bad...I had to turn the AC off and open all the windows instead. If I waited for another 5-10 minutes for the AC, my ballz would of turn to boiled eggs.
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
My previous 1997 Golf ($15000) and 2000 Mazda Tribute had better AC than this 2005 MB C230k
I have have had 4-5 W203's since 2001 and none had a powerful AC system. The worst was my C32 wich would NEVER get cool on a 100+ degree day here in Southern Californa. I just dont think the compressors are strong enough in our cars.
sorry
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Make sure your A/C is turned on!
According the the owners manual, when using Auto, on some cars the A/C light being on turns A/C off. On my car it definitely turns it on (and works with Auto) for temperature control.
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Since cars started using 134a, ac has suffered, no wonder the Indians (curry type) have refused to stop using R12, its hot in Calcutta!
Here is a basic primer on automotive AC: http://www.familycar.com/Classroom/ac1.htm
Some interesting checks to make on your car is to put a small thermometer in the vent. You should read less than 40 F. The compressor inlet pressure is near the actual temperature in the evaporator. 30F will be 26.1 psig for 134a, 35F will be 30.4, and 40F will be 34.1 psig. If your pressure is higher, the temperature in your car will be higher. There is no difference between analog or digital controls in respect to how the compressor circulates the 134a.
Some tips to get cool faster....
When you first open the car, open all windows and sunroof and run fan on high to expel hot air from the cabin. One to two minutes is enough.
Close the windows, and set the system to recirculate to cool only the air in the cabin. A low to medium speed blower will reduce cabin temperature faster. Setting the temperature control lower will not cool the car faster.
When the temperature is comfortable, you can turn recirculate off. This will open a door to the outside air. The blower will then draw this air over the evaporator and cool it. If the car becomes too hot, lower the blower speed, so the air has more time in contact with the evaporator to cool it.
Examine hoses and fittings in the ac system. Any stain or oil on a fitting or hose should be investigated as a possible leak. If the system is opened for any reason, make sure it is evacuated for at least 45 minutes, and leak tested before adding 134a. This is to boil off any moisture in the system.
Here is a basic primer on automotive AC: http://www.familycar.com/Classroom/ac1.htm
Some interesting checks to make on your car is to put a small thermometer in the vent. You should read less than 40 F. The compressor inlet pressure is near the actual temperature in the evaporator. 30F will be 26.1 psig for 134a, 35F will be 30.4, and 40F will be 34.1 psig. If your pressure is higher, the temperature in your car will be higher. There is no difference between analog or digital controls in respect to how the compressor circulates the 134a.
Some tips to get cool faster....
When you first open the car, open all windows and sunroof and run fan on high to expel hot air from the cabin. One to two minutes is enough.
Close the windows, and set the system to recirculate to cool only the air in the cabin. A low to medium speed blower will reduce cabin temperature faster. Setting the temperature control lower will not cool the car faster.
When the temperature is comfortable, you can turn recirculate off. This will open a door to the outside air. The blower will then draw this air over the evaporator and cool it. If the car becomes too hot, lower the blower speed, so the air has more time in contact with the evaporator to cool it.
Examine hoses and fittings in the ac system. Any stain or oil on a fitting or hose should be investigated as a possible leak. If the system is opened for any reason, make sure it is evacuated for at least 45 minutes, and leak tested before adding 134a. This is to boil off any moisture in the system.
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Originally Posted by Moviela
Since cars started using 134a, ac has suffered, no wonder the Indians (curry type) have refused to stop using R12, its hot in Calcutta!
Here is a basic primer on automotive AC: http://www.familycar.com/Classroom/ac1.htm
Some interesting checks to make on your car is to put a small thermometer in the vent. You should read less than 40 F. The compressor inlet pressure is near the actual temperature in the evaporator. 30F will be 26.1 psig for 134a, 35F will be 30.4, and 40F will be 34.1 psig. If your pressure is higher, the temperature in your car will be higher. There is no difference between analog or digital controls in respect to how the compressor circulates the 134a.
Some tips to get cool faster....
When you first open the car, open all windows and sunroof and run fan on high to expel hot air from the cabin. One to two minutes is enough.
Close the windows, and set the system to recirculate to cool only the air in the cabin. A low to medium speed blower will reduce cabin temperature faster. Setting the temperature control lower will not cool the car faster.
When the temperature is comfortable, you can turn recirculate off. This will open a door to the outside air. The blower will then draw this air over the evaporator and cool it. If the car becomes too hot, lower the blower speed, so the air has more time in contact with the evaporator to cool it.
Examine hoses and fittings in the ac system. Any stain or oil on a fitting or hose should be investigated as a possible leak. If the system is opened for any reason, make sure it is evacuated for at least 45 minutes, and leak tested before adding 134a. This is to boil off any moisture in the system.
Here is a basic primer on automotive AC: http://www.familycar.com/Classroom/ac1.htm
Some interesting checks to make on your car is to put a small thermometer in the vent. You should read less than 40 F. The compressor inlet pressure is near the actual temperature in the evaporator. 30F will be 26.1 psig for 134a, 35F will be 30.4, and 40F will be 34.1 psig. If your pressure is higher, the temperature in your car will be higher. There is no difference between analog or digital controls in respect to how the compressor circulates the 134a.
Some tips to get cool faster....
When you first open the car, open all windows and sunroof and run fan on high to expel hot air from the cabin. One to two minutes is enough.
Close the windows, and set the system to recirculate to cool only the air in the cabin. A low to medium speed blower will reduce cabin temperature faster. Setting the temperature control lower will not cool the car faster.
When the temperature is comfortable, you can turn recirculate off. This will open a door to the outside air. The blower will then draw this air over the evaporator and cool it. If the car becomes too hot, lower the blower speed, so the air has more time in contact with the evaporator to cool it.
Examine hoses and fittings in the ac system. Any stain or oil on a fitting or hose should be investigated as a possible leak. If the system is opened for any reason, make sure it is evacuated for at least 45 minutes, and leak tested before adding 134a. This is to boil off any moisture in the system.
Whoa!!!
Did you goto college for that? Just playing....Thx alot for the info.
