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Gbav1 06-11-2009 11:52 PM

A/C problem on 2000 Accord
 
My problem is the ac unit will be working fine for weeks, then al of a sudden the the ac control lights will go off and the compressor, etc. shuts off, but the fan inside the car will continue to run. May stay off for 5 minutes, or 1 hour, than will come back on by itself.
Any Idea's where to look and there location?
Thanks in advance

TexasHonda 06-12-2009 12:05 PM

When this happens, the AC control circuit (not compressor) is opening somewhere. When this circuit opens, the ECM disables the compressor by denying ground to AC relay.

There are a number of possibilities; AC diode, faulty AC switch, or faulty hi/lo pressure protection switch. Looking at wiring diagram, a faulty AC on/off switch seems most likely since light goes off when problem arises. It appears that only way for light to go off w/ AC switch is ON is a faulty switch. Heater control panel must be removed to access/test/replace this switch.

Above is based on manual AC control system, not Auto Temp Control.

good luck

Gbav1 06-15-2009 08:44 AM

how do you remove the control console from the dash to get to switch. I removed the 2 bootm screws and pulled out the bottom, but don't know how to unlatch the top by the vent /clock section?

TexasHonda 06-15-2009 11:47 AM

I am not familiar w/ 2000 Accord and you can do a lot of damage by forcing parts. I would suggest looking at autozone.com for your vehicle repair manual for guidance. Perhaps someone else on this site can provide guidance.

good luck

Gbav1 06-19-2009 12:23 AM

Fix
 
You were spot on with the problem. To remove the center of the dash, it was 2 screws below the radio section, and 1 screw that was behind the dashboard clock. Just unplugged the old control unit, and replaced witha NIB factory unit ($255.) reassembled, and life is good again.
Thanks again Gbav1

janu03 06-19-2009 01:04 AM

A/C problem on 2000 Accord
 
A/C condenser prone to damage by road debris with the 2003 Honda Accord. CarComplaints.com has 14 complaints about this AC / heater problem

00AccordLX5spd 06-19-2009 11:00 AM


Originally Posted by janu03 (Post 175445)
A/C condenser prone to damage by road debris with the 2003 Honda Accord. CarComplaints.com has 14 complaints about this AC / heater problem

He has a 2000 Accord. That issue does not apply.

Atrucancer 11-26-2010 06:14 PM

I am having the same issue with my unit. What exactly did you purchase to fix the problem. Please help


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