I found that mine is only operating in the fresh air mode. With 100 degree outside temps, this has a huge impact on interior temp. For the time being, I popped the arms and locked it to 100% recirculation and expect interior temps to drop a great deal.

In a week or so, I guess I will look for the source of the problem.

Don

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1980 300TD-T (82 Turbo and Trans) 159,000 Miles "Jackie-O"
1983 300SD 272,000 Miles "Aristotle"
1987 Jeep Wagoneer Limited - keeps the MB's off the ice and out of the snow
1994 BMW 530it

You were so close. Check if the pods hold vacuum. 2 pods x 2 chambers each to check.

Sixto
95 S420
87 300SDL

But....if it turned out to be the pods in the dash...I don't think I could have taken it.

I changed the interior, replaced the trans, changed the compressor clutch and pulley and recharged the A/C (which has not worked in a year)

and............

Just want to drive it in comfort

For awhile

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1980 300TD-T (82 Turbo and Trans) 159,000 Miles "Jackie-O"
1983 300SD 272,000 Miles "Aristotle"
1987 Jeep Wagoneer Limited - keeps the MB's off the ice and out of the snow
1994 BMW 530it

Pods in the dash? The recirc pods are the ones behind the glove box.

You're right, the problem could be upstream of the pods.

Sixto
95 S420
87 300SDL

I meant the 6 or so vacuum control valves in the dash. Most likley will require pulling the center console. Dash Been there Done that.

Don

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1980 300TD-T (82 Turbo and Trans) 159,000 Miles "Jackie-O"
1983 300SD 272,000 Miles "Aristotle"
1987 Jeep Wagoneer Limited - keeps the MB's off the ice and out of the snow
1994 BMW 530it

Hey,
Is it true that when the dial is set to the MIN position the AC system uses 100% recycled air?

Can anyone confirm this?

Danny

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1984 300SD Turbo Diesel 150,000 miles

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