Why does my air con light flash 3 times?
The red air con light on my C Class W204 flashes 3 times then turns off. No cold air comes out of the vents. I thought it must have run out of gas but when it was checked (at Halfords) the mechanic said there was definitely gas in the system.
What does it mean when the AC light flashes?
Hi Im David,Generally when the light is flashing on the ac button it means it’s not available at this time. This system has parameters that will not let the system run until they have been met like outside temperature, ambient air temperature etc. There is a document that GM has on the ac indicators flashing i will post it below.
When do I press the AC button it blinks three times?
If the vehicle is equipt with an ambient air temperature display, the sensor also prevents the AC clutch from engaging if the outside air is below as certain tempreture. To test, turn the AC on. Press and hold the AC button at the same time as you press and hold the recirculate button. Hold for 5 to 8 seconds.
What does it mean when your AC won’t turn on?
Sometimes, when you’re using too many appliances at the same time, a circuit breaker will trip. It could also happen when there are power surges after a storm. Find your electrical panel and check the AC switch. If it is in the “OFF” position, simply switch it to “ON.” If the circuit continues to trip multiple times,…
Why does my AC Light Flash 3 times?
Upon return to WI (March 1) The AC light would flash 3X again. Turns out the 40 degree cutout (that I didn’t know about) prevents compressor from running (as I understand it, except when defrost is selected). I assumed loss of refrigerant, but upon removing patch a lot of gas blew out of low pressure tube.
If the vehicle is equipt with an ambient air temperature display, the sensor also prevents the AC clutch from engaging if the outside air is below as certain tempreture. To test, turn the AC on. Press and hold the AC button at the same time as you press and hold the recirculate button. Hold for 5 to 8 seconds.
What happens when your air conditioner won’t turn on?
When AC units run, they create condensation, which is removed from the unit through a drain line. When the drain line becomes clogged, a safety switch trips and shuts down your air conditioner. If this is your problem, you may be able to unclog the drain line with a shop vacuum.
Why does my AC light blink when its above freezing?
Not a 100% sure about the ambient temp,but i remember just trying to turn it on during the winter when it was like 10* out or something and would do the same thing, blink a few times and not kick on. Dont see why it would happen when its above freezing though