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Old Jul 23, 2004 | 02:49 PM
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When i turn my A/C on it will blow cold air until it reaches around 33-37c then the A/C will shut off and only blow recycled air. I have the dual climate control system in a 2000. Usually only blows cold for about 15 minutes. Any info will be usuful!!
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Old Jul 23, 2004 | 05:48 PM
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It's funny. I have a 98 and had to have the whole dam thing replaced this summer.

Mine was doing the same thing as yours. Then the light would start to blink and shut down all together.

It ended up at the dealer so they could hose me for $ 2K.

They told me it was because of a short in the electrical system. The short then burnt out the compressor.

I hope your's is not the same problem!!!!

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Old Jul 23, 2004 | 08:32 PM
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Check for codes and see what chows up on the DIC. Post them so we can help you figure out what is going on!!

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Old Jul 23, 2004 | 10:15 PM
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My wife's 2000 C5 had the same problem. Replaced the external temp sensor ($8) and it fixed the problem. Its worth a try.
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Old Jul 24, 2004 | 12:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Red Rocket
My wife's 2000 C5 had the same problem. Replaced the external temp sensor ($8) and it fixed the problem. Its worth a try.
I agree, is the ext temp sensor working?Easy fix.
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