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Old 08-17-2009, 11:16 AM
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I've been hearing a squeeky noise coming from my AC compressor, atleast I think it is the compressor on my '00 GT. It's the large metal box looking thing next to the radiator on the passanger side of the engine. Even when the AC is not running, it makes a grinding, groaning kinda noise. Hard to describe but it's a high pitched noise like 2 saw blades rubbing against each other. The AC blows fine and cold. Any clue on what I'm in for?
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Old 08-17-2009, 01:18 PM
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sounds like your compressor/clutch is about to take the boot. In past vehicles, I usually hear that sort of sound right before the compressor freezes up and dies. Usually happens from lack of oil/age. Look to buying a new compressor soon if the sound is coming from it. Hopefully its not leaving too many shaving deposits in the lines but the orifice tube usually catches em.
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Old 08-17-2009, 01:32 PM
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Anyway to lubricate the compressor or is it a sealed unit?
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Old 08-17-2009, 03:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Radii
Anyway to lubricate the compressor or is it a sealed unit?
yea add more of the r134 refrigerant to the compressor or at least check the level because that compressor can lock up anytime and it will either break the belt or lock the motor up and wont let turn over at all happen to me in my 00gt i had to get a a/c delete pully kit to get my car home
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Old 08-17-2009, 04:18 PM
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did you run the car without a belt?, it's probably the clutch bearing.
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