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Mini Cooper Air Conditioning Problem

I am writing to inquire about a perplexing issue with my 2008 Mini Cooper diesel. The air conditioning no longer cools, and the system does not switch on. A warning light is illuminated in the speedometer, and an error is stored in the error memory. Could a defective air conditioning control unit be the root cause?

4 comment(s)

aaron_crystal3

Sounds familiar! I drive a Mini Cooper as well, and had similar issues with the car air conditioning. Is there a noticeable refrigerant leak, or is the cooling system simply non-functional?

leonguenther5 (Author)

When you experienced this issue, did the auto refrigerant compressor also fail completely, or was it an intermittent problem? Was a warning light displayed in the speedometer?

aaron_crystal3

Yes, the symptoms were nearly identical. The compressor was not engaging, and the refrigerant pressure was normal. Considering the potential complexity of modern vehicle HVAC systems, it might be prudent to consult with a qualified workshop for a precise diagnosis.

leonguenther5 (Author)

I appreciate your input. The diagnosis was indeed a defective air conditioning control unit, as suspected. The repair set me back 980€, but at least the vehicle HVAC is working again.

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