AC not cooling cabin as fast?

splitsensetam · 08-07-2016, 12:48 PM

Hi All, just wondering if you guys are experiencing the same as me. It's been hot lately in NY and the car doesn't seem like it's cooling down the cabin efficiently. I set the Auto function at 60 and the vent knobs is also on Blue, but I find myself not satisfied with the cooling even after 20mins of driving. It works, but it takes a while to cool down and it seems I have to get on the pedal in order for the car to blow colder air. if I am parked or on a standstill, the air seems weaker and warmer compared to when I am driving...

My car is 2011 535 black on black and I don't have a garage. Is there a possibility it takes longer because my car is basking under the sun? I feel this is not normal because my 2003 Honda CRV blows colder air and seems to do a better job.

I have researched the possibility of the condensed being faulty and it seems some members had this problem but I wanted to get some feed back since that post was originally posted back in 2013.

cdmulders · 08-07-2016, 02:18 PM

I had the same problem with my 2013 F10 just two months ago. While the techs did not find a leak, the refrigerant was low and once it was recharged, operation of the A/C returned to normal: nice and cold.

splitsensetam · 08-07-2016, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by cdmulders

I had the same problem with my 2013 F10 just two months ago. While the techs did not find a leak, the refrigerant was low and once it was recharged, operation of the A/C returned to normal: nice and cold.

That's nice to know and hopefully the same issue with me. I Wonder how much the dealer would charge for a recharge? My car is under CPO but I believe refrigerant isn't covered.

Alcenos · 08-07-2016, 04:12 PM

It is probably either a leak or a problem with the condenser.

lanab · 08-08-2016, 09:09 AM

Probably a 95% chance a leaking condensor, common problem with many new generation BMWs.

The openings in the grille are too large which lets small but fast moving stones hit the condensor which in the end creates leaking cracks in the condensor.

My old condensor was recharged with 850mg as it was completely empty, 2 months later it was only 10mg left, changed the condensor to latest revision and it's cold and nice now.

hawkjr1 · 10-28-2016, 10:59 AM

I have the same problem with my 2013 F10 now. Took it to the shop this morning and the Service advisor just called and said it may be leaking from the condenser can’t tell for sure they are still working on it. She said the system was totally empty. Waiting on the second call on the price. She did advise it’s not covered under the warranty. Contacting my insurance company now.

Alcenos · 11-02-2016, 05:23 AM

When I had this problem, it was a condenser failure that was replaced under warranty. My SA did tell me that if they found rock damage, it would not be covered.

Mbbrewer · 11-02-2016, 09:17 PM

I live in south east Texas and my car is cool within about a minute after being in the hot ass sun. Something not right with yours.

ALPWhite · 11-06-2016, 04:59 AM

Had the same issue not that long ago, condenser was replaced under warranty.

08-07-2016, 12:48 PM	#1
splitsensetam Second Lieutenant 354 Rep 296 Posts Drives: 2011 535i xdrive Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	AC not cooling cabin as fast? Hi All, just wondering if you guys are experiencing the same as me. It's been hot lately in NY and the car doesn't seem like it's cooling down the cabin efficiently. I set the Auto function at 60 and the vent knobs is also on Blue, but I find myself not satisfied with the cooling even after 20mins of driving. It works, but it takes a while to cool down and it seems I have to get on the pedal in order for the car to blow colder air. if I am parked or on a standstill, the air seems weaker and warmer compared to when I am driving... My car is 2011 535 black on black and I don't have a garage. Is there a possibility it takes longer because my car is basking under the sun? I feel this is not normal because my 2003 Honda CRV blows colder air and seems to do a better job. I have researched the possibility of the condensed being faulty and it seems some members had this problem but I wanted to get some feed back since that post was originally posted back in 2013.
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cdmulders Captain 327 Rep 697 Posts Drives: 2013 535xi Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Nanoose Bay, BC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW 535i xDrive [0.00] 2010 E89 Z4 sDrive35i [8.00]	I had the same problem with my 2013 F10 just two months ago. While the techs did not find a leak, the refrigerant was low and once it was recharged, operation of the A/C returned to normal: nice and cold. __________________ 2013 535xi, Carbon Black, beige interior, M Sport package, HUD, DDC & ARS, ACS springs, Kelleners wheels 2010 Z4 35i, Crimson Red, beige interior, 6sp manual, Adapative Suspension 2000 528i, Cosmo Black, beige interior, Sport package (retired)
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Alcenos Field Marshal 🔱 144 Rep 294 Posts Drives: 2019 M5 Competition (F90) Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: The Garden State iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW M5 Competi ... [0.00]	It is probably either a leak or a problem with the condenser. __________________ 2019 F90 M5 Competition - Black Sapphire Metallic 2015 F10 535i xDrive M-Sport - Jet Black (retired) 2008 E60 528i - Space Grey (retired) 2002 E46 325i - Space Grey (retired) 1999 E46 328i - Orient Blue (retired)
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lanab Enlisted Member 39 Rep 40 Posts Drives: M5 F10 MY12 Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	Probably a 95% chance a leaking condensor, common problem with many new generation BMWs. The openings in the grille are too large which lets small but fast moving stones hit the condensor which in the end creates leaking cracks in the condensor. My old condensor was recharged with 850mg as it was completely empty, 2 months later it was only 10mg left, changed the condensor to latest revision and it's cold and nice now.
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hawkjr1 Retired US Army/Police Officer 30 Rep 161 Posts Drives: F10 M-Sport, E-92 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Augusta, Ga iTrader: (0) Garage List 2017 Silverado [0.00] 2013 BMW 328i Coupe [0.00] 2013 535i M Sport [0.00]	I have the same problem with my 2013 F10 now. Took it to the shop this morning and the Service advisor just called and said it may be leaking from the condenser can’t tell for sure they are still working on it. She said the system was totally empty. Waiting on the second call on the price. She did advise it’s not covered under the warranty. Contacting my insurance company now. __________________ 318IS-330IC-E90-E92 328i F10 535i M
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Alcenos Field Marshal 🔱 144 Rep 294 Posts Drives: 2019 M5 Competition (F90) Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: The Garden State iTrader: (0) Garage List 2019 BMW M5 Competi ... [0.00]	When I had this problem, it was a condenser failure that was replaced under warranty. My SA did tell me that if they found rock damage, it would not be covered. __________________ 2019 F90 M5 Competition - Black Sapphire Metallic 2015 F10 535i xDrive M-Sport - Jet Black (retired) 2008 E60 528i - Space Grey (retired) 2002 E46 325i - Space Grey (retired) 1999 E46 328i - Orient Blue (retired)
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Mbbrewer Captain 150 Rep 672 Posts Drives: 550i Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Houston iTrader: (1)	I live in south east Texas and my car is cool within about a minute after being in the hot ass sun. Something not right with yours.
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11-06-2016, 04:59 AM	#9
ALPWhite First Lieutenant 138 Rep 345 Posts Drives: 2013 Alpine White 535iX MSport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	Had the same issue not that long ago, condenser was replaced under warranty. __________________ Current: 2013 F10 Previous: 2007 E90 Previous: 1994 E34
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