Grand Cherokee Air Conditioning Problems

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a mid-sized all terrain vehicle that is suitable for in town driving, road trips, and off-roading adventures. Jeep has been manufacturing vehicles for 70 years. The various Jeep models are all built to embody a spirit of freedom and pride. As with any new or used vehicle, certain mechanical issues can arise. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been known to have specific issues with the air conditioning regardless of the age of the vehicle.

Incorrect Airflow or Temperature

  • The Jeep Grand Cherokee's air conditioning system can have issues such as inconsistent airflow ans fluctuations in the air temperature. Grand Cherokees have a dual climate control system that regulates the air. It is possible that one of the motors or doors within the dual climate system may have broken. A broken door within the system will not allow the temperature to be adjusted. It will also restrict the airflow, depending on the severity of the break. In either case, the issues must be fixed for the air conditioning to correctly work.

Air Conditioning Water on the Floor Board

  • It is not uncommon for air conditioning water to leak onto the floor board in a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Denlor's Tools website explains that the water could be the result of the evaporator drain becoming clogged. The drain can be cleaned with compressed air to reduce the buildup of condensation. Also, it is possible that the donut seal that fits around the air conditioning drain might have compressed too tightly, which would allow water to escape. Replacing the donut seal or drain will be required to solve the problem.

Inconsistency in the Amount of Refrigerant

  • Another problem with the air conditioning in the Jeep Grand Cherokee is the inconsistency in the amount of refrigerant in the air conditioner. The system can lose its charge, which will cause the amount of refrigerant to fluctuate. Use an air conditioning gauge to check if the pressure is too low or too high. In a dual climate control air conditioner, the air will blow colder on the passenger side if the pressure is too low. The system should be recharged and filled with the correct amount of refrigerant to resolve the issue.