So. Got the missus's TD5 suspension problems sorted with some good info on here from Scott, and now I've got a problem with my Astra ! 55 plate (Jan
2006) Astra 1.9 TDi Estate, "Design" spec model.The aircon has ceased. No warnings. No drop in efficiency. Two days ago it worked fine, Now it doesn't work at all ... Press the button. Light comes on. No cold air. Previously, it turned frigid within seconds. Had my tame mechanic stick his head under the bonnet, but he admits that it is 'not his thing'. However, he was quite sure that the compressor clutch was not pulling in. We checked every fuse that might be even vaguely involved,in both the cargo space fuse panel, and the engine compartment one but all were intact.
Before taking it to a 'specialist' for 3 wrong diagnoses before they finally stumble on the cause, is there any common problem with this model for sudden aircon failure or failure of the compressor clutch to operate, or any simple checks that I can carry out to aid with diagnosis ?
TIA
Arfa