ac question

[DannyC]

I have noticed a slight problem regarding the ac in my car. I live in Orlando, so it is very hot around the 90's. My ac does not seem to be blowing that cool. At night, it blows very cold but in the daytime, it is not that cold. When I am at a traffic light for a few minutes, it starts to get warmer. However, when I accelerate the car starts to get cooler but not that cold. Do I need a simple recharge, or is there something wrong with my ac. Compared to other cars, my ac is not very cold at all. I also keep it at the coldest settings. Any input or suggestions would be appreciated.

Regards,
Danny

 

[Larry Bastanza]

Danny,

Check to see if the passenger side is colder. If so get a freon charge. Also since it sounds like "faster" is better, I would check the A/C belt for proper tension.

You may require both freon and belt adjust/replacement

HTH,
LarryB

 

[PettittsAuto]

I would check to see if both the condensor fans in the front are running. If one of the fans is not working the the system pressure will get too high during the hot days and shut down. Just turn your a/c on and go to the front of the car and listen for the condensor fans on each side of the front bumper. If one of them is not running check the fuse it is probably blown. Just replace the fuse it should be O.K. I have seen this a number of times.

Bruce