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I have a 98 Honda crv. About a month and a half ago I had the ac compressor replaced and all charged up. This is the first summer I have had this car so don't know how well the air works in them. It just doesn't get cold enough unless your on the highway. In town driving it barley gets cool at all. I just had it replaced and pd 800 bucks an think it should at least keep me cool while driving around town. Any suggestions?

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There are a few things to check before I recommend a 2nd opinion. If you have a cabin air filter, check that it is not clogged up with debris or very dirty. Also check that the electric fan comes on as soon as the ac is commanded on. It has 2 speeds (high and low) and it will automatically go to high speed when the AC compressor cuts on to cool off the condenser. Also check that there isn't anything blocking airflow from the front of your vehicle to your radiator/condenser area. Last thing to check would be taking it to a shop that knows what they are doing (it'll probably cost $60+) and make sure your system is fully charged and have them add dye if it isn't so they can locate the leak.

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