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1997 Ford F-250 HD Base HD Reg Cab 133.0 WB

1997 Ford F-250 HD
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September 27, 2011, 6:59 pm

Dallas B
 

Question: air conditioner air flow

when air conditioner is on MAX, sometimes air flow changes to defrosters,then a few minutes later changes back to dash vents. then a few munutes later back to defrosters. back and fourth , but not on normal, only MAX.


October 3, 2011, 8:53 pm

Elizabeth K
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That is often caused by a vacuum leak. See this thread for more information:
http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/871862-air-conditioner-blows-thew-the-defrost.html


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February 13, 2013, 4:11 am

Dallas B
 

THANK YOU. EVERYBODY SAYS SAME THING. NOW TO FIND, A HONEST SHOP.


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February 13, 2013, 9:01 am

Elizabeth K
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You may find some reviews of shops in your local area on cartalk.com.


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May 1, 2013, 3:02 pm

Dallas B
 

THANKS EVERYBODY !!!!


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