Why is my Kia Optima not blowing cold air?

Why is my Kia Optima not blowing cold air?

One of the most inconvenient vehicular problems is when the A/C won’t blow cold air. If your Kia Optima isn’t keeping you cool, we’ve outlined some of the most common reasons why this might be happening. The only thing that the air conditioning system has in common with the heater is that they both use the climate controls and the blower motor.

Is the a / C on my Kia Optima working?

I posted last September about my 2015 Optima a/c blowing cool for a few minutes, then the driver’s side (I have dual climate control) would start blowing “neutral” air. Living in South Florida in Aug/Sept/Oct etc, neutral air is intolerable.

What’s the problem with my Kia Sorrento a / C?

My 2013 Kia Sorrento has been blowing neutral air on the drivers side and cold air on the passengers side. Any suggestions on what is wrong? 16 people found this helpful. CMack88 did the dealer ever tell you what was wrong with your A/C mine is doing he same.

Where is the flow control solenoid on a Kia Optima?

There is a flow control solenoid located in the compressor on these models, as well as some Hyundai’s and volkswagens. If the refrigerant charge is good, the compressor clutch is engaging, and the air only blows cold sometimes, there is most likely a fault in this sensor/solenoid.

One of the most inconvenient vehicular problems is when the A/C won’t blow cold air. If your Kia Optima isn’t keeping you cool, we’ve outlined some of the most common reasons why this might be happening. The only thing that the air conditioning system has in common with the heater is that they both use the climate controls and the blower motor.

I posted last September about my 2015 Optima a/c blowing cool for a few minutes, then the driver’s side (I have dual climate control) would start blowing “neutral” air. Living in South Florida in Aug/Sept/Oct etc, neutral air is intolerable.

Why does my car air conditioner blow cold air?

My air conditioning in my 2012 Kia Optima EX GDI non turbo runs fine while driving at higher speeds but at a stop light, stuck in traffic at low speeds it only blows warm or hot air. Only one fan on the car. What could be the problem

My 2013 Kia Sorrento has been blowing neutral air on the drivers side and cold air on the passengers side. Any suggestions on what is wrong? 16 people found this helpful. CMack88 did the dealer ever tell you what was wrong with your A/C mine is doing he same.

Are there any problems with the Kia Optima?

See all problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Optima . A/c system takes 15 minutes to start blowing cold air and even then air is not as cold as it should be. I haven taken to two kia dealerships and both of them say they can find nothing wrong.

How long does the a / C work on a Kia Optima?

When I start the car, the a/c blows cold air. This lasts for anywhere between 3minutes to 30 minutes. Then it blows neutral air ( not hot, not cold). If I turn the car off for about 5 minutes, then it works again.

There is a flow control solenoid located in the compressor on these models, as well as some Hyundai’s and volkswagens. If the refrigerant charge is good, the compressor clutch is engaging, and the air only blows cold sometimes, there is most likely a fault in this sensor/solenoid.

What are the most common Kia Optima problems?

Based on the ownership experience data collected by CarComplaints.com, these failures resulted in over $5,000 repair bills, requiring owners to replace their engines altogether. Most experienced their engine issues around 92,000 miles. Kia Motors releases exterior image of 3rd generation K5 (Optima) today.

Is the Kia Optima an Engine Repair Trap?

Not all Kia Optima models are engine repair traps. In fact, Consumer Reports shows consumer confidence in surveys with vehicle owners. They offer predicted reliability ratings, based on the ownership experiences of years past, and for the Kia Optima, it earns a modest three out of possible five.

Are there any problems with the 2015 Kia Optima?

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Why does my Kia Optima blow cold air?

If the refrigerant charge is good, the compressor clutch is engaging, and the air only blows cold sometimes, there is most likely a fault in this sensor/solenoid. It’s job is to meter the amount of refrigerant flowing to the compressor, similar to an expansion valve.

Why does my Kia Optima have rust on it?

The mechanic concluded that due to the design of the vehicle, the condensation from the air condition running down the frame is what caused the rust to occur. The speed sensor for the automatic transmission was replaced. See all problems of the 2002 Kia Motor Optima .

Are there any issues with the Kia Optima?

2 people found this helpful. @CMack88 I have KIA OPTIMA 2015 Model 4 years was good, now lowing neutral Air, i changed CONDENSER and 2nd hand Compressor, expansion value but still its same issues (randomly working and stopping) , 2. After that took to another Garage and they changed some hose pipe and they confused even 3.

What’s the problem with my Kia Optima a / C?

This lasts for anywhere between 3minutes to 30 minutes. Then it blows neutral air ( not hot, not cold). If I turn the car off for about 5 minutes, then it works again. My mechanic has replaced a valve, put coolant in it, and checked the pressure. He thinks there is a glitch in the computer. Anyone else with this problem? Judy