AC Problem
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04-13-07, 04:41 PM
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AC Problem
I have a 1998 Ford Ranger. The A/C is stuck on heat and won't switch to cool. Could this be a bad tstat or switch?
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04-13-07, 04:44 PM
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Could be quite a few things. First thing to check - does the compressor engage when you turn the a/c on. If it does not, could be an electrical problem (check fuse for starters) or you could have a low refrigerant charge; some systems will shut off if the refrigerant is low. If the compressor engages when you switch on, check the two lines coming from the compressor; one should be hot and the other cold; if both are luke warm - low refrigerant or possibly compressor bad.
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The control panel on the ac also will not switch to vent it will only stay open on the heat section. The compressor does engage. Any other ideas? Thanks.
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04-13-07, 05:03 PM
tweeter it sounds like your diverter blend door door driver has failed this was a common problem on some of the Ford explorers. If set up like the Explorer (most likely identical) this link may help I certainly hope this is not against the rules if so saturn apologizes http://www.blenddoorfix.netfirms.com/
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Wish I originally had a detailed procedure for my wifes Stratus when her blend door actuator went out.....oh well...
anyways,
he could take a look and see if the door actuator is actually moving when he selected the colder temp. If no movement, then it's the control panel or actuator like Saturn said.
anyways,
he could take a look and see if the door actuator is actually moving when he selected the colder temp. If no movement, then it's the control panel or actuator like Saturn said.
