Why is the air in my car not getting cold?

Why is the air in my car not getting cold?

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.

How to troubleshoot the air conditioning in a Saturn Vue?

Air conditioning problems can often be quite simple to diagnose and even fix. Start the engine and let it to run for a few minutes to allow the air to cool. Double check the controls to make sure the correct buttons are selected. This may seem simplistic, but human error could be to blame. Check for proper levels of coolant.

Where is the blower motor on a Saturn Vue?

When properly working the sound should increase with increased air and decrease accordingly. The blower motor in a Saturn Vue is found by first removing the passenger side insulator panel. Unplug the electrical connector, remove the four screws and pull out the blower motor.

Where is the fuse box on a Saturn Vue?

Unscrew the final screws and remove the control module. Replace a blown fuse if the climate controls seem to work but have no effect on the air. The fuse box is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel.

Where is the coolant reservoir on a Saturn Vue?

The reservoir is located at the very front of the vehicle in a white plastic jug. Remove the cap of the reservoir and shine a flashlight into it. Look at the side of the container to make sure the level of coolant is between the full and low lines.

Why is my Saturn Vue AC not working?

Saturn Vue AC Is Not Working Repair Symptoms. You may not realize there’s a refrigerant leak until the air conditioner stops blowing cold. Refrigerant may slowly leak out of the system over days, weeks or even years. When the compressor fails, the most common symptom is warm air from the vents.

Can a 2005 Saturn Vue have a freon leak?

We are still working to obtain content for your car, however the video above is believed to have similar characteristics as your car. When the air conditioner in your 2005 Saturn Vue starts blowing hot air, you likely have a freon leak.

How to add refrigerant to a Saturn Vue?

How to add freon to your 2005 Saturn Vue: hook up the can of refrigerant (likely r-134a) to the low pressure port. When your compressor kicks on, add freon to the correct pressure. In addition to cooling, freon lubricates the compressor when it runs. Top up the oil level Many cars will burn or leak a little bit of oil.

When properly working the sound should increase with increased air and decrease accordingly. The blower motor in a Saturn Vue is found by first removing the passenger side insulator panel. Unplug the electrical connector, remove the four screws and pull out the blower motor.