Mazda MX-5 air con problems

I have a 2007 Mazda MX-5 that has done 30,000 miles. I took it to a dealer because of a "rattling" under the bonnet. They are charging me almost £1000 to replace the air con compressor and auxiliary belt. Is it normal for the compressor to only last 30,000 miles?

Asked on 14 June 2016 by abd4

Answered by Honest John

Older air con compressors are clutched and a rattling usually indicates that all that needs to be replaced is the clutch at around £100. Get it to an a/c specialist.

Tags: air con technical issues

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