Seeking Solutions for AC Blowing Hot Air in 2019 Seat Tarraco - Possible Compressor Issue

Hey there! I had a similar problem with my 2017 Seat Leon a while back. Though I'm not a mechanic, fidgeting with cars is a bit of a hobby so you could say I have some experience. Took my ride to a trusty local workshop. After a quick check, they figured it was a potential defect with the AC compressor. Indeed, the compressor had conked out and needed replacin'. Cost me a tidy 625 Euro, but since then it's been cool as a cucumber. Could be something similar with your Tarraco. But hey, what's the mileage on your car? Knowing this could help me give you a bit more tailored advice. Cheers!

Hey! Thanks a ton for the response. My Tarraco's got around 60546 KM on it so far. From your experience, I'm judging it could well be a similar issue. I was hoping to avoid the repair costs but if it's necessary, well, gotta do what you gotta do, right? I'd still love to hear if anyone else faced a different scenario though. Thanks again!

Howdy again! It's definitely possible that this could be a compressor issue given your mileage. But hey, don't fret just yet, there could be other, less expensive reasons too. Sometimes it can be as simple as an issue with your coolant or refrigerant. If you haven't already, you might want to check those before taking your Tarraco to the workshop. It's basically the car's sweat mechanism, if you catch my drift. If it's low, your AC might blow hot air. Refilling it might solve your problem and also save you a tidy pile of Euro. Even the simplest thing, like a blown fuse could cause the Compressor’s clutch not to engage, making the AC blow hot air. While it's no walk in the park, checking the AC fuse isn't as complicated as you'd think. Remember, play around, see what you can find. And run your car through an AC performance test before headin' to the workshop. It gives you a lil' bit of knowledge to bargain with and you won't find yourself caught unawares when the mechanic starts talking shop. Keep us posted on how it turns out. Fingers crossed that it's one of the lesser evils! Cheers!

Thanks, I couldn't ask for better advice! I'm not too well-versed with fiddling around under the hood, but I'll certainly give your suggestions a whirl. Makes a lot of sense to figure what I can on my own before spending big bucks at the mechanic's. Will venture into an AC performance test and check the coolant, refrigerant, and AC fuse like you suggested. Stay tuned for updates, and here's hoping for one of those "lesser evils"! Thanks a million. Cheers!