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A/C - Inadequate Performance: Overview


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Bulletin: 91-1-18

Date: Jan. '92

Ref. No.: 91-289-1

Corp. Ref. No.: 131209


SUBJECT: INADEQUATE AIR CONDITION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE (INSTALL CONDENSER, PUSHER FAN, AND MEM-CAL)

MODELS AFFECTED: 1989-91 CENTURY WITH 3300 ENGINE (VIN CODE N)


CONDITION:

Some customers may comment on inadequate A/C performance.

CAUSE:

A/C compressor shutoff at idle designed to provide engine idle smoothness and prevent the engine from stalling. Also, an A/C condenser air recirculation condition that can reduce the A/C system capacity at high ambient temperatures and relative humidity.