A/C Dead
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From: St. Paul, MN
2002 Mercedes-Benz E320
A/C Dead
The A/C on my system is currently nonoperational but as I am new to W124s I am looking for some firsthand knowledge of what's going on. If you'd be so kind, consider reading the few symptoms I have to address:
1. Compressor does not engage- I am aware it won't if there is no freon in the system and I can only assume there isn't any.
2. Not sure if my aux fan is working. If I am parked at idle for 15+ mnutes the temp will start rising quite significantly. Not sure if this is normal or has to do with aux fan and I am not sure if the aux fan is associated with proper A/C system functioning.
3. Not sure if I can fill this system (When I get it working) with R134A considering it is an R12 system.
So, basically, I am not sure if I have to do a freon refill or have to endure the lovely dash dismantling to reach condensor. Either way, I'lll do what it takes.
Any insights and suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
1. Compressor does not engage- I am aware it won't if there is no freon in the system and I can only assume there isn't any.
2. Not sure if my aux fan is working. If I am parked at idle for 15+ mnutes the temp will start rising quite significantly. Not sure if this is normal or has to do with aux fan and I am not sure if the aux fan is associated with proper A/C system functioning.
3. Not sure if I can fill this system (When I get it working) with R134A considering it is an R12 system.
So, basically, I am not sure if I have to do a freon refill or have to endure the lovely dash dismantling to reach condensor. Either way, I'lll do what it takes.
Any insights and suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
