Recently purchased a 1994 E320 with 120,000 miles.

Had it checked out prior to purchasing and all seemed fine.

The air conditioner was blowing ice cold for the last few weeks. During a 400 mile trip, it continued to blow but lost the coldness. Over the last couple of days I have noticed that sometimes it work (blows cold or semi-cold) and other times it blows warm. The Check Engine Light is not on.

Any clues?

Thanks

Joe C.

1991 300E 87,000 miles
1994 E320 120,000 miles

it leaked the refrigerant out - cross your fingers it's not the evaporator.

look into the sight glass in the AC's receiver/drier - if there are bubbles then it's a good indication that you are low on refrigerant.

Have the system topped up and die put in to check for the leak.

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2008 BMW 335i Coupe

Hi Joe,

If you're looking for a good shop in the DC area to service your car, here's one:

RC-Imports
301-762-4205


They're located in Rockville. I've been going to Rick's for ten years now. He's good and honest.

PS I have no financial interest here!

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Current:
2014 VW Tiguan SEL 4Motion 43,000 miles.

2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport (wife's).

Past:
2006 Jetta TDI 135,970 miles. Sold Nov. '13.
1995 E-320 Special Edition. 220,200 miles. Sold Sept. '07.
1987 190-E 16 valve. 153,000 miles. Sold Feb. '06.
1980 300-D 225,000 miles. Donated to the National Kidney Foundation.
1980 240-D manual, 297,500 miles. Totaled by inattentive driver.

Thank you for recommending Ric at RC Imports. I have used him before with my 1991 300E and he has always been fair and honest.

Joe

Keep the fingers crossed that it's not a leak at the compressor either . . . those things are pricey new!

were can i get a good price AC compressor ?