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    The air-conditioning in my 2013 Ford Falcon ute is only working intermittently

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    The air-conditioning in my 2013 Ford Falcon one tonne ute only works intermittently. It's okay when you start but after a while the cold air runs at room temp. Turn it off and sometimes it's cold again if you give it a rest. The mechanic says it's running okay and can't find a problem.

    I have spoken with other owners and they have a similar experience. Any ideas?

    Answered by CarsGuide
    21 January 2024
    David Morley

    This sounds like a case of the air-conditioner freezing up over time. It can be caused by a few things, but essentially, it will start out cold and then gradually lose effectiveness till it's hardly blowing air at all, and that air is no longer cold.

    It's caused by a build-up of ice in the system which blocks the air flow and prevents any further chilling of the air coming into it. To check this, next time it happens, jump out, open the bonnet and see if there's ice forming on the air-conditioning pipes under the bonnet. If that's the case, an air-conditioning specialist should be able to identify the problem and sort it.

    Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. Carsguide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.
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