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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 09:08 AM
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NJ How to get A/C cooling on a FD

I was wondering if my air conditioner is not blowing cold air because of the car running so hot?
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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by YHWH NISSI
I was wondering if my air conditioner is not blowing cold air because of the car running so hot?
If your car is running so hot the A/C is ineffective you have bigger problems than an Air Conditioner.
It's more likely if your car is running normally and not overheating that you need your A/C system pressure tested and refilled with freon.

The A/C compressor will not turn on if the pressure in the system is too low.
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Old Feb 11, 2016 | 05:20 PM
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How hot is the engine running? You need a decent aftermarket temp gauge. The stock temperature gauge should be ignored as it's not linear. Then worry about AC.
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 01:34 PM
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What should be the main gauges to get?

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How hot is the engine running? You need a decent aftermarket temp gauge. The stock temperature gauge should be ignored as it's not linear. Then worry about AC.

And when you say temp gauge is it water, oil, or engine?
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 04:50 PM
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Most owners monitor engine temperature using a coolant sensor. IMO it's also an easier installation and easier/quicker reference.
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