Air Con: - Air con possible problem

Kevin_L · Jul 13th, 2014, 21:14

Hi, quick AC question on 2002 V70 with climate

I had car re-gassed early last year - first time id had it done in 3 years and it wasn't getting cold - all was fine after re-gas

The AC gets used regularly

But I've been using windows/sunroof more often this year, but I noticed when I used the AC it all of a sudden didn't feel as cold as used to be - and now quite warm air on cold setting!!

A leak maybe? What's common on these cars? ive read it seems to be the condenser (on my 855 I changed to evaporator and then had to change the compressor!!)

I've looked at the condenser - nothing obvious. I think last time dye put in and the guy who regassed said would need black light to see leaks

I was considering a re-gas 'just to see what happens'

Would anyone recommend Kwikfit? I wouldn't generally frequent Kwikfit but ive been assured they cant get it wrong with regas and aren't that bad....

Father Ted · Jul 13th, 2014, 21:18

I've used Kwik Fit with an unusual car ( grey import ) and had no problems.
I think they still guarantee the re-gas as well, so nothing to lose really. (IMHO)

oragex · Jul 13th, 2014, 22:17

It's quite typical. The A/C compressor clutch plate has worn and needs replaced. Look at pressure plate and see what is the gap.

Many have inserted little shims instead of removing the plate, which seems to work well for a while.

Jul 13th, 2014, 21:14	#1
Kevin_L Senior Member Last Online: Apr 14th, 2024 20:52 Join Date: May 2006 Location: enfield	Air con possible problem Hi, quick AC question on 2002 V70 with climate I had car re-gassed early last year - first time id had it done in 3 years and it wasn't getting cold - all was fine after re-gas The AC gets used regularly But I've been using windows/sunroof more often this year, but I noticed when I used the AC it all of a sudden didn't feel as cold as used to be - and now quite warm air on cold setting!! A leak maybe? What's common on these cars? ive read it seems to be the condenser (on my 855 I changed to evaporator and then had to change the compressor!!) I've looked at the condenser - nothing obvious. I think last time dye put in and the guy who regassed said would need black light to see leaks I was considering a re-gas 'just to see what happens' Would anyone recommend Kwikfit? I wouldn't generally frequent Kwikfit but ive been assured they cant get it wrong with regas and aren't that bad....

Jul 13th, 2014, 21:18	#2
Father Ted Master Member Last Online: Feb 28th, 2023 20:25 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Wirral	I've used Kwik Fit with an unusual car ( grey import ) and had no problems. I think they still guarantee the re-gas as well, so nothing to lose really. (IMHO) __________________ 2003 V70 2.4SE Auto. Gone now. 2003 XC90 D5. Auto.

Jul 13th, 2014, 22:17	#3
oragex Premier Member Last Online: Jul 26th, 2021 21:24 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coldnada	It's quite typical. The A/C compressor clutch plate has worn and needs replaced. Look at pressure plate and see what is the gap. Many have inserted little shims instead of removing the plate, which seems to work well for a while.

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