dwoodrow

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. The interior does stay cool. This weekend I am going to try a different dealer to see what they say. Tech said that when the air coming out after the coil is below ~48 degrees the compressor shuts off to avoid freezing. I sort of understand and since the ambient air here is only ~60 degrees, i can see that this is possible. but still, never felt this on another car... will keep you updated... if interested

Got an '07 Outback 2.5i with a weird A/C issue. Compressor runs for about 15 seconds and then cuts off, blowing "warm" air out. Compressor then kicks in after about 5 seconds and blows cold air again. About 15-20 seconds later it happens again. Background 700 miles ambient temp 75 deg happens at idle and while driving RPM's/accelerator seem to have no effect Dealer today said it is "normal operation". "This happens so the coil does not freeze up." However they say I am the first person who has ever complained about this. Both tech and service advisor had a bit of a "puzzled look" on their faces when i showed them what happened. I understand the coil issue, but I have never, ever been in a car that has done this. Thoughts anyone? Thanks in advance. David