What are the reasons for the CRV air conditioning not cooling?
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The Honda CRV air conditioning is not cooling because there is an issue with the refrigerant in the air conditioning system, the car air conditioning filter is clogged, or air has entered the air conditioning system. Below is an introduction related to the air conditioning system: 1. How to turn on the air conditioning: Both the AUTO and AC buttons are the air conditioning controls for the CRV. AUTO automatically controls the cabin temperature, while the AC button directly activates cooling. When the AC button light turns on, you can feel a "click" sound in the engine compartment, and the fan operates at high speed, indicating that the air conditioning has started working. 2. Heating: You can see a circular button on the dashboard because the blower has a valve that controls the outside air and the interior.
I've been driving for over ten years, especially models like the CRV, and have encountered air conditioning failures several times. Usually, it's due to refrigerant leakage, with aging pipe joints causing Freon leaks being the most common issue; it could also be the compressor not working, a loose compressor belt, or a faulty clutch; a stopped fan can also lead to poor heat dissipation. I remember one summer when I started the car and the AC wasn't blowing cold air—it turned out the condenser was dirty and clogged. Normally, I first check if the fan is running and then feel the pipes for any cold air. AC failure on hot days is dangerous, as it can easily lead to heatstroke, so I recommend going to a repair shop promptly for professional equipment diagnostics rather than attempting DIY fixes. Preventive measures like regularly replacing filters can reduce such problems.
