Air Conditioning

[76okievette]

A couple months ago I replace my A/C systems with a R134, no-VIR type system, use the VIR Elimator kit, Well yesterday I finally go the system charged and everything was going great, but then I saw a larger puff of smoke come from the Compressor, everything was fine for a while the A/C was blowing cold air but after about 15 minutes the Comprersser cluch started to make lots of noise so I have to un plug the compressor, My questions is can I replace the cluch or do I have to get a whole new compressor that means empty the system and the a recharge. If I have to get a new compressor can any one recommend a brand of type so I don't have this problem again? Thanks

 

[Robin7TFour]

OKIE, try and trun the clutch by hand(with power off) this will verify the compressor isnt frozen up. a coomon problem that occurs.if the compressor is ok then yes you can replace the clutch . measure the gap between the clutch and comp. you'll need a clutch removal tool and a installation tool. just remember that gap when reinstalling.
i'd check with auto parts store about renting the tools so you don't have to buy them

best to all

Robin

 

[76okievette]

Thanks Robin, I think this is what I will try. When you replace the clucth do that mean you have to recharge the system also?

 

[Robin7TFour]

OKIE, you don't have to recharge. you're only removing the clutch from the shaft. there is a seal on the compressor shaft,behind the clutch assembly.
good luck.



robin