Q: Hot air coming out of AC
The air conditioner runs, but hot air comes out.
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Hi. What you might be feeling run is the blower motor. The blower is a different system from the air conditioning. The air conditioning is what actually blows the cold air in your vehicle. The most common cause of an a/c not working is a leak. The refrigerant system is a sealed system. If a leak develops, the system won’t run once it gets too low. Consider seeking help from a qualified mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, to inspect the AC issue your car is encountering. If there is a leak the system it will need to be recharged in order to check it appropriately.
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