Camry AC problem

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BRAHMABULL
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  • 2003 TOYOTA CAMRY
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I have an 03 Toyota Camry with 88,000 miles. A few months back my AC stopped blowing cold air and the light on the AC button started to flash. Does anyone know what this means?
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 AT 4:09 PM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
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The flashing of the light indicates the control module sees a malfunction, usually related to the compressor. It sounds like it needs a recharge this guide and video can help fix it

https://youtu.be/uZrQCGwXfek

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-air-conditioner-not-working-or-is-weak

Please run down these guides and report back.
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Friday, May 29th, 2020 AT 3:23 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Lots of problems with clutch relay Toyots has TSB to replace with relay # 90987-02022. As a test switch fan relay with clutch relay. If it works replace relay with new one
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Friday, May 29th, 2020 AT 3:23 PM
Tiny
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Does anyone know where this relay is located?
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Friday, May 29th, 2020 AT 3:23 PM
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TLWYSZYNSKI
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Air Conditioning problem
2003 Toyota Camry 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

i would like to know how I can put more freon in my air conditioning unit and what else I need to look for.
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:37 AM (Merged)
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They don't use freon anymore. Go to the auto parts store and tell them you need a can of R-13 refill. You have to locate the lowpoint filler to hook it up. If the auto parts guys are nice, they will show you right where to hook it up. Once you know wher to hook it up. Follow the directions on the bottle (turn your a/c on full blast, etc)
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:37 AM (Merged)
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WADE ANDREWS
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The air cond stopped working, now the on button light just flashes on and off. Could this be the mg clutch relay, if so, what does it look like?
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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Hi WADE,

Thank you for the donation.

When the AC light is blinking, a DTC has been recorded.

PRE-CHECK
1. List Of Operation Methods By operating each of the A/C control switches as shown the diagram below, it is possible to enter the diagnosis check mode.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_HVACDiagnostic03Camry01_1.jpg



2. Indicator Check
a. Turn the ignition switch ON while pressing the AUTO switch and R/F switch of A/C control assembly at the same time.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_HVACButton03Camry_1.jpg



b. Check if the indicator light to be on and off at intervals of 1 second for 4 times.

NOTE: Ã Â Â After the indicator check is completed, the system enters the DTC check mode automatically. Ã Â Â To end the check mode, press the OFF switch.

3. DTC Check (Sensor Check)
a. Perform an indicator check. After the indicator check is completed, the system enters the DTC check mode automatically.

b. Read the code displayed on the panel.
c. If the slower display is desired, press the FRONT DEF switch and change it to stepped operation. Each time the FRONT DEF switch is pressed, the display changes by 1 step.
4. Clearing DTC
a. Clear DTC by one of the following methods.
1. Method 1: During sensor check, press the FRONT DBF switch and REAR. DBF switch at the same time.
2. Method 2: Pull the ECU-B fuse in engine room J/B for 20 sec. or longer to clear the DTC memory.
5. Actuator Check
a. After entering the DTC check mode (Sensor Check Mode) press the R/F switch.
b. As each damper, motor and relay automatically operate actuator check at 1 second intervals from step No.1 to No.10 continuously, check the temperature and air flow visually and by hand. If the slower display is desired, press the DEF switch and change it to step operation. Each time the DEF switch is pressed, the display changes by 1 step.

NOTE: Ã Â Â Code are displayed in order from the smaller to the larger numbers. Ã Â Â To end the check mode, press the OFF switch.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM - DIAGNOSTICS -2003 Toyota Camry LE 9/15/2008
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
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Air Conditioning problem
2003 Toyota Camry 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual

Dear Sir,
we want to ask that in cary 2003 when we on the A/C fter 5 min A/C Button Light (Green) is blinking and compresor got off, so kindly may I know what is the problem and how I solve it
i am realy thankfull to you
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
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Hi there,

there could be a number of problems here, I would first be checking the system pressures and the charge of refrigerant, start here.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
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VITIS
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Green light goes on in panel but air is not cold. Have done 140000 km.
There is no drop in revs like there used to be when the air con was turned on
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
Tiny
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Check to see if the compressor is locking normally. If not, check to see if there is power to it. If there is, check freon level. If no power, check cycle switch.
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
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JIMBO1937
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Air Conditioning problem
2003 Toyota Camry 4 cyl 39000 miles

This is the first time I have had any trouble at all with the air conditioner on this relatively low mileage vehicle.

When I depress the air conditioner button it lights up but instead of staying on continuously it blinks at me and I get no cool air out of the vents.

Could you please tell me what the possible cause can be.
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
Tiny
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Blinking light is an indication of problem and AC system need to checked
1st would do check fuses, hook it up to gauges and check for codes
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Friday, November 27th, 2020 AT 8:38 AM (Merged)
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I had a similair problem. I had the AC charged and the same thing happened like you described. I researched it online.

What I found out was that it was most likely the magnetic relay switch. It is located under the hood on the right side in a fuse box. I was quoted around 60.00 for the part. My car was still under warrenty so I had the dealership replace it and everthing works fine now.

It looks like a basic fuse replacement. Pull old one out and replace with the new one? I would of done it myself but it was still under warrenty.
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