Skip to content

A/C problem on Skoda Octavia 1.6 FSI 2007 Elegance

Featured Replies

Hi, 
I have some problem with my A/C in my Skoda, the compressor clutch is not activating so I don't get any cold air blowing. 
I went to a mechanic for an A/C service and emptied, checked for leaks and refilled the system with freons. No leaks where found in the system. I tried turning on the A/C but the compressor clutch did still not activate. 

 

Then I did some googling and found out that by holding in the ECON button and the recirculation button for a few seconds would give some error codes in hexadecimal form. On the left LCD screen I got 21A which I calculated to be 00538 in decimal and seems to be some reference voltage issue.

 

On the right screen I got 02.h, I don't know what this code means since I think it equates to 2 in decimal form and I believe that the h stands for hexadecimal but I'm not sure on this one. 
Does anyone know what the 02.h means? 

I checked the power connector going to the compressor with an simple volt tester and it has power. I only found one pressure sensor for the A/C and it has 3 wires going to the connector, only one had power but my volt tester is referenced to measure between 6-24V. I just ordered a multimeter for better measurements.

 

And yes I have checked all the fuses a thousand times :biggrin: I don't think there are any relays for the climate system in my car model. 

 

If there is anyone that have had a similar problem or knowledge of the issue please feel free to enlighten me.         

ACError.jpeg

5 hours ago, Thefastsnail said:

the compressor clutch is not activating

Er, not all Skoda problems are electronic or admit of fault codes. I think a failed a/c clutch is one such problem. Did you go to an automotive a/s specialist or just a regasser?

There isn't a clutch on the compressor, that's old skool.

 

Nowadays it's regulated by a PWM controlled solenoid valve.

 

IIRC the Sandem compressor fitted to my car only has 2 wires going to the solenoid.  I know because my solenoid is clogged and I was triggering it manually with 12v to see if that helped, it didn't!

 

When triggered by demand the solenoid voltage ramps up slowly over a few seconds.  My method was direct on/off - open/close and it could be heard to click.  I figured it may free a jammed mechanism but conclude the fine gauze screens must be blocked with debris (I had a rotten/holed condenser for some months).

Create an account or sign in to comment

Recently Browsing 0

  • No registered users viewing this page.

Important Information

Welcome to BRISKODA. Please note the following important links Terms of Use. We have a comprehensive Privacy Policy. We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.

Account

Navigation

Configure browser push notifications

Chrome (Android)
  1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
  2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
  3. Adjust your preference.
Chrome (Desktop)
  1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
  2. Select Site settings.
  3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.