What are the reasons for Volvo air conditioning not cooling?

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Tom
07/29/25 5:33pm
Volvo air conditioning not cooling may have the following reasons: Condenser issues: The condenser is a component that is often overlooked. After prolonged driving, the condenser can accumulate a significant amount of dust. If the car is frequently driven on dusty roads, the dust buildup on the condenser can be even more severe. Excessive dust on the condenser greatly reduces its heat dissipation efficiency. Poor heat dissipation directly affects the cooling performance of the air conditioning system. Solution: Clean the condenser. Compressor not working: For example, the compressor capacitor may be damaged or malfunctioning. To activate the air conditioning, the A/C button must be pressed, which controls the compressor. If the compressor fails to operate, the air conditioning will naturally not cool. Solution: Repair or replace the compressor. Air conditioning refrigerant leakage: If both the indoor and outdoor units are functioning and the compressor is operating, this is likely the cause. Solution: Replenish the air conditioning refrigerant.
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