AC quits putting out cold air while driving with it on, running fine. Any suggestions?

Asked by JimB51 Sep 05, 2012 at 03:17 PM about the 1997 Jeep Cherokee SE 4-Door 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Randy answered 11 years ago

check freon pressure with gauge, if available. If pressures correct, usually bad POA valve, or stuck. If pressure weak at fast idle or higher, usually bad compressor. Best to let A/C or mechanic handle it, need freon recovery equip to safely remove and recycle Freon.

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