Why does my Subaru Forester XT stop cooling?
I believe I am having the exact same issues with my 2015 Subaru Forester XT. When I tap the compressor clutch it immediately comes on, I can then drive for a while without issues. If it happens to stop cooling again and I stop and tap the clutch , it starts again. I will try you techniques.
Why does my Subaru air conditioner shut down?
So, the radiator kept the engine safe, but when the fans were kicking on, they were blowing A LOT of hot air at the evap unit. That would trip the AC temp sensor and shut down the AC. Yes that will happen if the radiator is clogged enough to limit air flow, thus not allowing the proper temp drop needed to take the heat out of the AC system.
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.
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.
What’s the problem with intermittent air conditioning in Subaru?
Hey everyone! Enter your ride HERE to be a part of this month’s Outback of the Month Challenge! Just thought I’d share my problem/solution in case it helps anyone else with intermittent air conditioning. I was having a problem with my a/c system either working or blowing hot air.
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 is my Clutch not working in my Subaru Outback?
I was worried that the clutch magnet coil had shorted or something like that, but if the magnet fired up, it should just be a physical blockage. 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).