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Ac problem. Blows cold, except when idling.

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Old Jul 8, 2019 | 12:21 AM
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Ac problem. Blows cold, except when idling.

Ac problem. Blows cold, except when idling.

When moving the evap front temp is 35c and pressure range 11-13.5 bar

When stopped in traffic or at a light the air blows warm and the pressure goes steadily up to 28.5 bar.

No codes.

Any feedback or diag advice welcome.
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Old Jul 8, 2019 | 03:46 AM
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!st step would be a evac and recharge with fresh refrigerant - any competent shop with the correct machine can do a decent job..
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Old Jul 8, 2019 | 07:00 AM
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Please UPDATE YOU PROFILE in USER CP to include the year, model 350 gas or diesel and where you live.
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When idling with the A/C on, is the elec. fan on and at what speed, slow or fast?
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Old Jul 14, 2019 | 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Maj. Dundee
When idling with the A/C on, is the elec. fan on and at what speed, slow or fast?

You are correct. The fan does not turn on when idling with the a/c on. In fact. The darn thing doesnt turn on at all.

How do I diagnose what failed?
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Old Jul 14, 2019 | 08:12 PM
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Poor air conditioning performance at idle, with better performance at higher engine rpms, suggests low refrigerant level. Recharge is called for. Best, but not required, if preceded by an evacuation.
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Originally Posted by Towmater
You are correct. The fan does not turn on when idling with the a/c on. In fact. The darn thing doesnt turn on at all.

How do I diagnose what failed?

You did not update your profile as requested. Please do so. Is your 350 gas or diesel?

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