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I have a 1997 nissan altima. My AC seems to work ...

Sent to Car Experts April 16 2006 at 4:33 AM
   

I have a 1997 nissan altima.
My AC seems to work intermittendly.
If i am on the highway going 55 it works great.
If I am in stop and go city traffic, all i get is fan air blowing out...
any help would be appreciated.
Wayne
wbisset1@aol.com

 

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1997 Nissan altima 4 cylinder

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Status:  Closed   Value: $9
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April 16 2006 at 4:42 AM (9 minutes and 7 seconds later)
         
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Based on your description of the problem I would have the drive belt for the compressor checked. I do not think that alone is the problem but the basics must be checked.

I would have the system checked for any leaks and have the system re-charged. Over the years, the system can lose Freon even though it is a closed system. The expansion and contraction of the lines sometimes add to that problem.

There could also be an electrical problem but that will be detected when the system is checked.

Dan



Edited by NYAnswer on April 16 2006 at 4:43 AM

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