Air conditioner blowing hot air.


Air conditioner blowing hot air. Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the coolant level? Have you checked the hoses for leaks? Engine coolant is fine it is the airconditioner that not working Mechanic's Assistant:</...

Air conditioner blowing hot air. Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the coolant level? Have you checked the hoses for leaks? Engine coolant is fine it is the airconditioner that not working Mechanic's Assistant: What is the make/model/year of your car? Ford Fairlane 1999 Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Fairlane yourself? What have you tried so far? I think it is a blocked oriface tube in the airconditioner system. I have just put gauges on the system and got 130 on the low and high sides.

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The compressor is running. Can hear the engine slightly load when the ac button is pressed. The Ford Fairlane uses the Oriface tube setup.
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Okay, Do looking at the gauge with the compressor running. What readings do you get?
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Hello, This is Keith from Just Answer. I as assisting you the other day and was wondering if you still needed assistance? If so, Can you tell me if the pressures fluctuate any when the compressor is turned on? If they do not, The issue is likely the compressor is bad and needs to be replaced. If they do, Then I agree with the orifice tube being the possible cause. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns on this issue. Thank you

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