How does the air conditioner work in a Subaru?
A compressor, Condenser, Evaporative (Evap) core, Expansion valve, receiver dryer, hoses and lines, thermo sensor and the controls. Inside the car there are a series of ducting or blend doors and their respective controls. I am not really going to give a class on how the ac system works I will save that for another article.
Why does my Subaru Legacy Run low on AC?
The 2000 to 2004 Legacy and Outback suffer from leaks at the 2 Ac hoses one from the compressor to the condenser and one form the compressor to the Evap core. This causes the system to run low or empty.
Why is my Subaru air conditioner fan not working?
You can’t just assume the switch (if it is a switch and not a sensor) is the problem. IF it only has two wires, a switch, can’t preform 2 functions with different perimeters, Fan control is high pressure related, compressor cut-out is a low pressure condition.
What causes a Subaru Outback to run low on air?
In your article you state that the 2000 to 2004 Outbacks suffer from leaks at the A/C hoses from the compressor to the condenser and from the compressor to the evaporator which cause the system to run low or empty, and that 2001 to 2004 Outbacks H6-3.0 have some of the same leaky hose issues.
A compressor, Condenser, Evaporative (Evap) core, Expansion valve, receiver dryer, hoses and lines, thermo sensor and the controls. Inside the car there are a series of ducting or blend doors and their respective controls. I am not really going to give a class on how the ac system works I will save that for another article.
The 2000 to 2004 Legacy and Outback suffer from leaks at the 2 Ac hoses one from the compressor to the condenser and one form the compressor to the Evap core. This causes the system to run low or empty.
You can’t just assume the switch (if it is a switch and not a sensor) is the problem. IF it only has two wires, a switch, can’t preform 2 functions with different perimeters, Fan control is high pressure related, compressor cut-out is a low pressure condition.
Why is there no power in the relay?
Check for power coming to the relay and there is power in the center terminal which should always have power, but there is no power at any other terminals with AC on. Jumped power directly to the compressor and the clutch engaged and output to condenser started to get hot.
Why does my Subaru Impreza air conditioner ice over?
2002 to 2003 Subaru Impreza, ( all models and trim levels) has an issue where the Evap core can ice over as a result of a design issue to the system, Subaru has issued a service bulletin about it. The fix is a new thermosensor (which is located in the Evap core).
What’s the problem with my Subaru a / C?
I posted a question last week about my Subaru’s a/c. Now it’s become more complicated. Brief recap: My a/c started blowing less cool air so they recharged the system and added a dye to see if it leaks.
When did Subaru H6 air conditioner start leaking?
On the H6 platform from 2001 to 2004 both the low and high side lines/hoses tend to leak. You can look for oil residue at the crimp fitting areas of the hoses or if you have test equipment you can test for the leak.
What happens when the AC is on in a Subaru?
Check to make sure your cooling fans on the radiator are running when the AC is on. Check to make sure your cooling fans on the radiator are running when the AC is on. Click to expand… yea, both fans are running fine. Engine temp stays normal. Start with the obvious: Once the AC reaches the desired temperature, it’ll stop cooling.
Why does my Subaru heater stay warm in cold weather?
Since it takes a little while to go from cold to warm it might be that the engine warms up and the hot water is circulating though the heater core. That’s why it stays warm when you stop for awhile at a store etc. because the engine retains the heat, especially in warm weather….
Why is the fan not working on my Subaru?
When the fan wouldn’t work it wouldn’t blow at all, not on any speed. The lights on the fan unit worked, so it was getting power. Ah, okay. It likely isn’t the resistor pack in that case. It could be a connection to it, tho. Let me dig out a schematic for that car… edit: It also has a fan relay that could be bad.
Can a Subaru blower motor be replaced automatically?
I called PepBoys and 2 Subaru dealers to get quotes for replacing the resistor as well as the blower motor. I figured if anyone would give me the highest prices, it’d be them. Everyone confirmed that the motor doesn’t need to be automatically replaced when replacing the resistor.
What kind of air conditioning does a Subaru Outback have?
The 2001 to 2004 Outback with the H6 has some of the same leaky hose issues that plague the 4cylinder models. The newer Ac systems (2005 and up) are smaller than they have been previously and even just a slightly low charge can affect the performance.
How often should a Subaru air conditioner be serviced?
The newer Ac systems (2005 and up) are smaller than they have been previously and even just a slightly low charge can affect the performance. Typically speaking we only think about the Ac system when it isn’t working correctly, but the reality is, it really should be serviced at least every 4 years.
What to do about intermittent a / C in Subaru Outback?
To solve the problem, I used a screwdriver to push the clutch in and out (the travel is about a 1 mm to 1.5 mm). I repeated this to all sides of the clutch to ensure that it moved as freely as possible. I then used compressed air to blow out dust from the inside of the clutch and sprayed a little oil in there to keep things lubed up.
Why does my Subaru a / C blow cold and then warm?
If I turn it off to go into a store or something, it’ll still blow warm, only gets cold again if it’s off for a while. It’s a 2015 with 88k and I’m out here in the desert of SOCAL, I thought maybe it running low on Freon, so hooked up the can of ac fix but the gauge displayed good pressure right away To rule that out.
How to add refrigerant to a 2014 Subaru Forester?
Car Displayed: 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium 2.5L 4 Cyl. Wagon (4 Door) 4. Air Conditioning Fill – Safely add refrigerant to your A/C system 5. Replace Cap – Replace the low pressure port cap Car Displayed: 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium 2.5L 4 Cyl.
2002 to 2003 Subaru Impreza, ( all models and trim levels) has an issue where the Evap core can ice over as a result of a design issue to the system, Subaru has issued a service bulletin about it. The fix is a new thermosensor (which is located in the Evap core).
Why do I have a problem with my climate control in my Subaru?
As seen above, when faced with climate control problems, it may be important to address them quickly to prevent an uncomfortable environment within the car or detrimental effects on the electronics of the Subaru. Apart from this, you could have other questions or specific problems pertaining to the climate control.
In your article you state that the 2000 to 2004 Outbacks suffer from leaks at the A/C hoses from the compressor to the condenser and from the compressor to the evaporator which cause the system to run low or empty, and that 2001 to 2004 Outbacks H6-3.0 have some of the same leaky hose issues.
What is the blend door actuator on a Subaru?
On dual climate control units, there are two plastic motors referred to as ‘blend door actuators’ where one is for the driver’s side and the other is for the passenger side. If you lose control on one side, in this case, the passenger side, it implies the passenger side actuator has failed and is unable to move to control the blend door.