I have an issue with the Air Conditioning in my 11 Mazda6, 190K. The AC functions but lately when I start the car and then turn on the AC I hear a loud binding/grinding noise when I assume the AC kicks on. I do know I am due for a serpentine belt (has 90k on the belt). The noise goes away after the AC starts up. Seems to be worse the longer the car has been sitting.
Any ideas on what the issue is? Could it be the AC clutch? Is it bad to use the AC with it in this condition (I.e I shouldn’t use it until it gets fixed)?
Thanks.
Any ideas on what the issue is? Could it be the AC clutch? Is it bad to use the AC with it in this condition (I.e I shouldn’t use it until it gets fixed)?
Thanks.