1997 Honda Accord A/C Blows Hot Air

1997 HONDA ACCORD
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FRANNY
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Late last summer, I had my A/C serviced and it was working great but I only needed to use it for a couple weeks as the weather turned cool soon after. I turned it on yesterday for the first time this season and nothing but HOT air is coming out and there is an odor. Since the mechanic I have used for several years is now retired, I would appreciate any idea out there re what the problem may be prior to taking it in for repair. Thank you!
Apr 2, 2007 at 6:08 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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The odor could just be caused by mildew, etc. and should go away, but the warm or hot air is again a sign that there is a leak in the system. This time take it and have them put in the dye to help you located the leak source.
Apr 2, 2007 at 9:02 AM

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Have the A/C system checked with leak-detection dye to locate a refrigerant leak. The odor is likely mildew and may clear on its own.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1997 Honda Accord says the A/C worked after service last summer but now blows only hot air and has an odor. The expert says the smell is likely mildew that should fade, while hot air points to a leak, and recommends dye to find the source.

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