Toyota highlander ac light flashing

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By Dexterity September 29, in Highlander Club. Please what might be the possible cause of AC button continuous blinking when you put the ac on. This started by noise from the clutch on the compressor. It has however been replaced. The AC relay has also been checked and replaced. Yet the light still blinks. And compressor not working.

Toyota highlander ac light flashing

Log in. Sign up. JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Further driving and I realized the vents were blowing hot air and the light on the AC button was flashing not fun when it was upper 90's. This is the continuous behavior; light is solid for a few seconds when initially turned on and then flashes. I looked at the belt and saw no obvious signs but I didn't have the time to jack it up and look through the wheel well. What I'm trying to avoid is buying a lot of parts that don't solve the problem. If anyone has advice on steps to take, I'd appreciate it. I saw Sweeney's guide to changing the serpentine belt and I'm hoping that's all it is. I'd read that it can sense if the belt is slipping and that can cause the light to flash. Any advice is much appreciated. Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions. So either the belt is worn out and slipping cracks, deep grooves, etc

Quick Charge 3. It appears that it seized and that was the end of it.

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Home » Repairs. Toyota owners should be concerned when their air conditioner light blinks. That means there is an issue with a part of the system. It could be an issue with the compressor clutch, belt tensioner, or clutch relay. It could also be the AC pressure switch or AC belt. Air conditioners are the greatest thing to happen to vehicles since the invention of the seat belt. When Toyota owners see that their AC light is blinking off and on, they should schedule an appointment with a mechanic.

Toyota highlander ac light flashing

Log in. Sign up. JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Further driving and I realized the vents were blowing hot air and the light on the AC button was flashing not fun when it was upper 90's. This is the continuous behavior; light is solid for a few seconds when initially turned on and then flashes. I looked at the belt and saw no obvious signs but I didn't have the time to jack it up and look through the wheel well. What I'm trying to avoid is buying a lot of parts that don't solve the problem.

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On my 08 Lexus I got the flashing light after going through a puddle once. Charge was good, never had a problem with cooling so I let it be until I sold it about 2 years later. Ran the AC last night and it ran like a champ. Your explation of compressor not spinning is great and photos have helped me to understand. This is the continuous behavior; light is solid for a few seconds when initially turned on and then flashes. Parts came in yesterday and I along with the help of my Dad was able to replace the AC compressor. I'd read that it can sense if the belt is slipping and that can cause the light to flash. More likely the belt is worn, and its a cheap replacement to try. Make sure you vacuum for at least 30 minutes and then let sit under vacuum for 30 minutes to check for leaks before adding refrigerant. Top Contributors this Month View All.

When you are driving your Toyota, and the AC light starts blinking, it can be a little bit confusing and frustrating. What does this mean? Is your car broken?

If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Entire process took about 6 hours but I had took quite a few extra measures to make sure the new compressor was future proofed flush lines, double check oil, replace accumulator. Good luck. Followers 0. Make sure you vacuum for at least 30 minutes and then let sit under vacuum for 30 minutes to check for leaks before adding refrigerant. Parts come in today. HELP -- Flashing 4hi-4lo lights with other lights on?? That is a common problem with compressor failures. Posted September 29, Sounds like a ground wire issue. Please consider creating a new thread. Probably would have been a bit easier if I removed the coolant rubber hose but I didn't want to flush it. Further diagnosis proves this in the following video of turning the AC on and off.