Air Conditioner sometimes works

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by jenniferobot, Jul 18, 2016.

  1. jenniferobot

    jenniferobot New Member

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    sometimes works, sometimes doesn't. when it does, it works fine. what should i do?
     
    #1 jenniferobot, Jul 18, 2016
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    when you say it doesn't work, does it not blow air or the air is not cold?
     
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    Probably needs a recharge....hopefully
     
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    JC91006's question will help spiral in on what the problem is or isn't.

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    I am assuming the Prius has an AC relay....that could be failing (intermittent).
    This was the case on my 11 year old Subaru. A $6 part fixed the problem (diagnosed and installed by me).
     
    #5 Jimi1976, Aug 3, 2016
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