Q: A/C not blowing cold

asked by on April 28, 2016

2013 VW Jetta SE 51k miles... My ac only blows somewhat cold at high rpms .. All other times it blows HOT air. My heat works perfect. I'm assuming it's the compressor .. Would anyone agree with me? If not, what else are the possibilities
My car has an automatic transmission.

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