Q: Air conditioning stopped working

asked by on February 09, 2016

My air conditioning stopped working.

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On some of these vehicles, it may be a simple cycling switch that has failed, or a more serious problem like a failed compressor. The only way to know is to have a thorough inspection of the AC system by a certified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic.

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