Hi there,
I currently reside in the Middle East, and recently purchased a 2010 Toyota Corolla. It was in real immaculate condition and only had about 20k km done on it.
However a few months back, I noticed that the A/C would stop cooling, and would only start cooling after a 5 - 10 min break. Now being in the Middle East has its downfall since it turns into an oven during the day, so i had it checked at a local garage who normally takes care of my Nissan Sunny, and he mentioned that there might be a sensor issue and the whole compressor needs to be changed since it clutch-less and is now a whole unit by itself, I do not have that kind of money to dish out on a new compressor and would not settle for a second hand nor an unbranded piece.
It's really strange that it keeps doing this, and off lately as soon as i start the car and have it running for about 3-5 min and then switch on the A/C, it would just not cool unless i drive it around for another 5-10 min, which is a pity since the cooling only lasts for another 15 - 20 min till it shuts off again.
I cant seem to wrap my finger or head around the problem and i know there has to be a solution somewhere. I even had the gas checked, as well as checked for any leaks but nothing, everything seems to be perfect.
I also noticed that while on idle, the RPM dial would sink and elevate every now and then when the A/C is running.
This is all the info i can give for now, would really appreciate some help in this matter
Cheers
I currently reside in the Middle East, and recently purchased a 2010 Toyota Corolla. It was in real immaculate condition and only had about 20k km done on it.
However a few months back, I noticed that the A/C would stop cooling, and would only start cooling after a 5 - 10 min break. Now being in the Middle East has its downfall since it turns into an oven during the day, so i had it checked at a local garage who normally takes care of my Nissan Sunny, and he mentioned that there might be a sensor issue and the whole compressor needs to be changed since it clutch-less and is now a whole unit by itself, I do not have that kind of money to dish out on a new compressor and would not settle for a second hand nor an unbranded piece.
It's really strange that it keeps doing this, and off lately as soon as i start the car and have it running for about 3-5 min and then switch on the A/C, it would just not cool unless i drive it around for another 5-10 min, which is a pity since the cooling only lasts for another 15 - 20 min till it shuts off again.
I cant seem to wrap my finger or head around the problem and i know there has to be a solution somewhere. I even had the gas checked, as well as checked for any leaks but nothing, everything seems to be perfect.
I also noticed that while on idle, the RPM dial would sink and elevate every now and then when the A/C is running.
This is all the info i can give for now, would really appreciate some help in this matter
Cheers
