Re: Mk1 Focus TDCI Aircon (UK)

"Acedrew" <abc@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> Ah - but all is still not well....
>
> - Fat rubber pipe was replaced and system vac'd and recharged - now
holds 
> pressure OK.
> - But the aircon is now only barely cool - selecting recirc feels to
give 
> better results (or just more flow?) - but still not the icy blast as 
> before.
> - The characteristc "clunk" when the aircon switch is pressed is absent 
> (albeit the green light comes on ok)
> - Flow with the re-circ button pressed is fine, but flow on "External"
is 
> very low - like something is blocked.
> - Now I think about it flow has been dropping off for a while. Blower 
> sounds a little noisy too.
> - Pollen filten was changed a couple of months back.
>
> Any more clues Tim?

You need to have the system pressure tested again to make sure it has a
full 
charge, and check what the HP and LP sides are doing, also monitor the 
compressor clutch and condensor fan operation.

Only after that check the heater unit.

Tim..