Why is my air conditioning not working in my Pontiac Grand Prix?
It is probably a blown fuse if the temperature controls on the dashboard seem to work correctly but have no effect on the air. Find the fuse box in a Pontiac Grand Prix inside the glove box.
How do I Turn Off the automatic head lights?
It mentioned turning off the headlights in multiple areas, and doesn’t mention any delay when turning on the running lights/headlights, nor does it talk about using the dome light over ride switch to turn off the automatic head lights. The control on the driver’s side of your instrument panel operates the headlamps.
When do you turn on the automatic headlamps?
When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim.
Is there a problem with the automatic headlight system?
There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system.
What was the problem with my Pontiac Grand Prix heater?
Similar Problems with 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Heater / AC. This past summer the A/C worked but sporadically it would act like the blower was not working and shut off then come back on when it was 113 degrees outside. Then this fall it acted like no heat when I first tried the heater.
Why is my air conditioning not working in my Pontiac Grand Am?
If the controls feel fine, but have no effect on the air then it is probably a blown fuse. If you cannot hear the accompanying blowing sound when the air is turned from low to high, then the problem is in the blower motor. Disconnect the black negative battery cable first when looking for the blower motor.
Why does my Pontiac Grand Prix fan not turn on?
My 2006 Grand Prix started giving me some problems last winter. It would blow air, but not get very hot. I let it go because I didn’t want to deal with it. This summer on a hot day, the fan wouldn’t even turn on for most of the day. Finally, it started blowing nice cold air. This happened sparatically throughout the summer.
Where is the AC fuse on a Pontiac Grand Prix?
Find the fuse box in a Pontiac Grand Prix inside the glove box. Locate a small bin on the right side of the glove box and open it. The fuse controlling AC will be in location 28.
Why does water go down my car drain?
This next tutorial is going to be showing you how to take care of a problem that is very common amongst drivers. If water has ever spilled on you from inside your car, it’s probably from your HVAC. When you use your A/C, condensation builds up as well, and this usually goes down a drain.
Find the fuse box in a Pontiac Grand Prix inside the glove box. Locate a small bin on the right side of the glove box and open it. The fuse controlling AC will be in location 28.
Why does water come out of my AC drain?
This next tutorial is going to be showing you how to take care of a problem that is very common amongst drivers. If water has ever spilled on you from inside your car, it’s probably from your HVAC. When you use your A/C, condensation builds up as well, and this usually goes down a drain. But if it gets clogged then you might have a problem.
It is probably a blown fuse if the temperature controls on the dashboard seem to work correctly but have no effect on the air. Find the fuse box in a Pontiac Grand Prix inside the glove box.
This next tutorial is going to be showing you how to take care of a problem that is very common amongst drivers. If water has ever spilled on you from inside your car, it’s probably from your HVAC. When you use your A/C, condensation builds up as well, and this usually goes down a drain.
This next tutorial is going to be showing you how to take care of a problem that is very common amongst drivers. If water has ever spilled on you from inside your car, it’s probably from your HVAC. When you use your A/C, condensation builds up as well, and this usually goes down a drain. But if it gets clogged then you might have a problem.
Why does my AC fan only work on high?
If your speed selector for your AC or Heat only works on high, or low, or if its missing any particular speed, this video will show you how to fix it once and for all. This is a fix for 2nd generation Dodge Rams (1994-2001-2002 2500/3500) Loading…
Why are the cooling fans not running on my Pontiac?
The stock engine comes with a plastic intake manifold gasket, which is prone to failure. It leaks coolant into the cylinders and causes inefficiency in the cooling system, leading to low coolant and overheating. You can replace this gasket with a metal one, the repair is a little involved but I managed with a Haynes manual. Good luck!
How does the cooling system work on a Pontiac?
The PCM sends the signal to the BCM, which turns the fans on. Or you can buy a separate temperature fan relay system with a temp probe and bypass the system. It will work as normal cooling when needed only. Its the connecter that you unplug from the temp sensor.
The stock engine comes with a plastic intake manifold gasket, which is prone to failure. It leaks coolant into the cylinders and causes inefficiency in the cooling system, leading to low coolant and overheating. You can replace this gasket with a metal one, the repair is a little involved but I managed with a Haynes manual. Good luck!
The PCM sends the signal to the BCM, which turns the fans on. Or you can buy a separate temperature fan relay system with a temp probe and bypass the system. It will work as normal cooling when needed only. Its the connecter that you unplug from the temp sensor.
Why is my AC fan running but the compressor is not working?
A working AC will provide you with nice and cold air as opposed to bearing the brunt of warm, dry air. With how much the HVAC runs, something is bound to go wrong with its compressor. However, having the fan running but the compressor not working is nothing too dire, so don’t panic.
What to do if your car air conditioner is not working?
Sometimes air conditioning problems in an automobile can be an easy fix, even for those of us who know nothing about cars. Start the engine of the car and allow it to run for a few minutes.
Why is my Mitsubishi air conditioner not working?
If the controls feel fine, but have no effect on the air then it is probably a blown fuse. If you cannot hear the accompanying blowing sound when the air is turned from low to high, then the problem is in the blower motor.
How to fix a car that’s blowing hot air?
Scotty Kilmer, mechanic for the last 45 years, shows how to fix a car that is blowing really hot air, even though the AC system is turned on full cold. Often a bad main AC control unit goes bad, and he shows how easy it can be to replace. 1. Autel Diagnostic Tool: http://amzn.to/2nrT5op 2. Screwdriver set: http://amzn.to/2jaHIfP 3.
If the controls feel fine, but have no effect on the air then it is probably a blown fuse. If you cannot hear the accompanying blowing sound when the air is turned from low to high, then the problem is in the blower motor.
Sometimes air conditioning problems in an automobile can be an easy fix, even for those of us who know nothing about cars. Start the engine of the car and allow it to run for a few minutes.
Why is my air conditioner not working on my Dodge Grand Caravan?
A clogged or leaking condenser can also be the reason for air-conditioning not working properly on your Grand Caravan. A leaking condenser can lead to a loss of refrigerant and reduced cooling performance of the system.
Why does my air conditioner not cool down?
USUAL CAUSE Low refrigerant level is the most likely cause of poor cooling from the air conditioning. If there is no cool air coming from the air conditioning system, an electrical malfunction could be the cause. A defective relay, compressor clutch coil or damaged compressor are all possibilities.
Why is my car heater not getting coolant?
A car that is not getting coolant will heat up and damage itself permanently. If it leaks water, you need to find the source. It can be a split hose, leaky radiator, the water pump, or even worse, the head gasket.
Why is the Vauxhall Corsa heater blowing out cold air?
The problem with the heater on the Vauxhall Corsa (as well as the Renault Clio) is often that there is no power from the heaters at all. This issue has nothing to do with cold air coming out instead of heat. This loss of power is also a common issue on the Renault Clio. Or you may have a dirty fan that is stuck.
What should I do if my air conditioner is not working?
Air conditioning problems are quite common, but can often be quite simple to diagnose and even fix. Start the car and turn the air conditioning on. Allow the engine to run a few minutes so the air can cool. Check to make sure you have the proper buttons selected. This simple step may uncover the root of the problem.
Why does my heater on my Pontiac Grand Am Not turn on?
Now the heater fan runs on all speeds. So if you are having this problem of the heater fan will not turn on , in a Pontiac Grand Am or similar GM car hope this helps.If the heater fan will only run on hi it is most likely the fan motor resistor. Loading…
Why is the heater not working on my Buick Enclave?
Not having a functioning heater makes driving much less comfortable, and can be a sign of certain issues. At the simplest level, there are two main reasons why the heater is not working. If it’s not coming on at all, it’s usually either the blower motor or some other wiring issue.
Why is the thermostat on my Grand Prix not working?
The job of your Grand Prix’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up. Sometimes when a thermostat goes bad, it stays stuck open. This allows the coolant to continuously enter the engine.
How can I get my car AC to blow cold air?
Just buy a can of freon and a gauge to connect everything. Squeeze the trigger until the can is empty and your AC should be blowing cold air. I did find out that my system was so low that the small can wasn’t enough and i should have bought a second can to get the car to blow really cold air.
What happens if your AC unit blows cold air?
During operation, the high pressure side of the refrigerant system can reach pressures of over 275 PSI. Use extreme caution when working around the A/C system. Never disconnect or vent the refrigerant to the atmosphere. Refrigerant can cause extreme frost bite or blindness if it comes in contact with your skin or eyes.
How to troubleshoot the air conditioning in a Pontiac?
Locate a small bin on the right side of the glove box and open it. The fuse controlling AC will be in location 28. Check the control panel if the climate controls on the dashboard do not feel right.
Why is the air conditioner in my car not cooling?
The most common causes of broken air conditioning are leaks or compressor issues. If your air is blowing cool but not cold, the problem could be a clogged filter, cooling fan problem, radiator trouble, or it could simply be that you need to recharge your AC.
What was the problem with my 2001 Gran Prix GT?
I had the same issue with my 2001 Gran Prix GT, in my case not only the AC, blower fan and daytime driving lights and auto headlights plus my rear window defogger. It turned out to be the ignition switch. All these components work through it. Once replacing the ignition switch it solved all my problems especially the fan just working on 5.
Why does the AC not come on when I start the car?
At any given time that you start the car the ac/heat wont come on. no blower, no noise no nothing. as for other times it works just fine. I ve read so many post that i don’t know where to start. anyone have the similar problem that has had it fixed? where should i start?
The job of your Grand Prix’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up. Sometimes when a thermostat goes bad, it stays stuck open. This allows the coolant to continuously enter the engine.
Why does my car run hotter in the Grand Prix?
While not having enough coolant may make your engine run hotter, it can also cause your Grand Prix to not be able to create enough heat. Is there isn’t enough line pressure, due to low coolant, then the heater core will not be able to get any coolant itself.
While not having enough coolant may make your engine run hotter, it can also cause your Grand Prix to not be able to create enough heat. Is there isn’t enough line pressure, due to low coolant, then the heater core will not be able to get any coolant itself.
Why are the fans not running in my Pontiac?
your issue is with the temp switch not the temp sensor. the sensor will only operate the fans when it fails to avoid a possible overheating issue ,where as the switch is the fans main controller via ecm. the switch should be on the radiator itself or near the water pump. Hi, thanks for the answer.
your issue is with the temp switch not the temp sensor. the sensor will only operate the fans when it fails to avoid a possible overheating issue ,where as the switch is the fans main controller via ecm. the switch should be on the radiator itself or near the water pump. Hi, thanks for the answer.
Why is my Pontiac Grand Am GT not cooling?
It leaks coolant into the cylinders and causes inefficiency in the cooling system, leading to low coolant and overheating. You can replace this gasket with a metal one, the repair is a little involved but I managed with a Haynes manual. Good luck! My 2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT (6 cy/3.4L) has been having cooling issues.
What to do if your car fan is not running?
Or you can buy a separate temperature fan relay system with a temp probe and bypass the system. It will work as normal cooling when needed only. Its the connecter that you unplug from the temp sensor. That connection is usually bad and can be fixed by directly putting the wires together or cleaning each connector.