Tiguan air con slow to work

[hippyhippy]

I'm having problems sometimes with the air con. Some times it's slow to get to temperature. Also it feels like it's also not as cold as i remember. When I say slow I mean like 10 minutes. I've only recently noticed this because it's now getting warmer. I've checked the pipes and coolant and there doesn't seem to be any leaks. The pipe is not touching the belt at all which is a common problem. Another problem might be some kind of valve sensor with the compressor? There are a few websites talking about it but nothing concrete, anyone got any ideas?

[vdubmotorworx]

Get the gas level checked..if its low it will make the circuit poor...might need a top up...if the gas is ok then 90% compressor will be on its way out mate...VDUB ...

[GTD_XU1]

VDUB has beat me to it. MY GTD is having the same problem. At first I thought I was going crazy because it was an intermittent style of thing. I mentioned it for the second time to my dealer at a recent service and they have checked/re-gassed etc with no real joy. Turns out a compressor kit is needed and my parts are coming on the slow boat but will be done next thursday under warranty etc.

[vdubmotorworx]

Do you know what they are fitting within the "compressor kit"?.....

[GTD_XU1]

I spoke with my service rep yesterday, there is a "revised" item in the deal, original explanation mentioned a new compressor for starters. I'll keep you posted next week, and see if I can score more details.

[baboo]

I have the exact same problem now. Had the car re-gased and it's marginally better, but still took 5-10 minutes before any cool air comes out. Also if the car sits in traffic light, there's no cool air, only when I'm driving around 1500-2000 rpm then the cool air coming out.

one guy on US forum said just replace the compressor valve sensor , no need to replace compressor
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I'm not entirely sure...

[vdubmotorworx]

Through vw parts thats not avalible..can only buy the full compressor....

[Dr freedom]

I cant see vw wanting to be fiddling with compressors, alternators & the like. If its cactus, chuck in a newy.

[GTD_XU1]

Update info......
I had my baby in to get fixed yesterday ..... All done and very happy with the service/warranty work, got a car wash too. Took about 4 hours as expected.
The fix was - change everything... see the pic of my invoice/list.

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[GTD_XU1]

Update info......
I had my baby in to get fixed yesterday ..... All done and very happy with the service/warranty work, got a car wash too. Took about 4 hours as expected.
The fix was - change everything... see the pic of my invoice/list.