u/Automaton25

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Cooling Issues 2014 Forester NA

Hello Everyone!

I have a 2014 Forester non turbo with a out 220k in it. The block was replaced for oil consumption 100kish ago and the coolant was flushed by the dealership at that time.

Recently I've started having issues with the AC shutting off after the vehicle isles for a while if it's over 70 outside. When this happens, the AC turns off for a.minute or so while the radiator fans run, then the AC will turn back on. It continues to cycle like this. If I leave the hood open when idling, it's fine and has no issues. Also, no issues when driving.

The AC compressor was replaced around 100k ago (had the defect from the factory and it failed, unit is an OE replacement with upgraded part number).

Any idea what's going on? What sort of upgrades could help? I saw an oil cooler maybe beneficial. Are there decent fan upgrades that could help? New aftermarket radiator? All of the above? It's not even hot yet haha

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u/Automaton25 — 12 days ago