A/C - Poor Cooling During Hard Acceleration

2005 Honda Accord L4-2.4LSECTION A/C - Poor Cooling During Hard Acceleration
SOURCE:
Honda Service News July 2004

TITLE:
Poor A/C Cooling During Hard Acceleration

APPLIES TO:
1998-05 Accords, 1995-05 Accord V6s, 1996-05 Civics, 2002-04 Civic Hatchbacks, 2003-04 Civic Hybrids, 1997-04 CR-Vs, 2003-04 Elements, 1999-04 Odysseys, and 2003-04 Pilots.

SERVICE TIP:
Getting customer complaints of poor A/C cooling during hard acceleration? This could just be a normal characteristic of the vehicle. To beef up acceleration and passing performance, the ECM/ PCM shuts off the A/C compressor when the vehicle accelerates at or near wide-open throttle. Don't bother replacing components; you won't change this normal characteristic.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.