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Old Sep 9, 2010 | 03:21 PM
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My `06 is pumping out nice cold air at highway speeds but when stop and go or idling, starts to blow hot air! Freon checked last week and topped to 1.6#. Noticed funky odor on startup, however.

Any guidance, suggestions? Tks in advance.
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Old Sep 9, 2010 | 03:44 PM
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First place to start would be with the condenser. See if it is plugged up with dirt and debris. It could be shutting off on high head pressure.
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Old Sep 9, 2010 | 05:24 PM
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any aftermarket intake in the way?
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Old Sep 9, 2010 | 05:45 PM
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Fan working properly, coming on at the right time/temp?

The odor is common, it's mildew. There are commercially available products to spray into the system to kill the mildew or pay a dealer or after market vendor to clean it out. Or could try spraying Lysol into the intake. Here's a little more info:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1573309309-post3.html
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