bigblue91601

How do I know if my ac compressor is going out?

dave1123

What are your symtoms? Is it making noise? Does it lock up when it engages? What is it doing or not doing?

bigblue91601

It is definitely making a weird noise and my ac doesn't work when I turn it on I get an error message

bigblue91601

I'm not to sure if its locking up I'm not good with cars

mxpxpunkrock1987

the bearings on the ac pumps go bad most likely the cause shoot wd 40 or liqiud wrench in behind and in between the clutch if noise goes away bearing is going bad my jgc laredo has it so i wont drive it till i get a new one

bigblue91601

Okay thanks for the tip and if the noise continues do you think it's still the compressor? I heard its not good if the compressor seizes up

dave1123

If it seizes, it will burn up the drive clutch, belt, or throw the belt off. Depending on the year and model you've got and your cash, you can either replace the compressor and recharge the system, or buy an eliminator pulley.

bigblue91601

That's a good idea!!! Thanks a bypass pulley is probably what I'm going to do

dave1123

Warning! Buy a good one. A cheap one won't last long. You may be able to get a shorter belt and reroute it. Look for one that doesn't have AC.

bigblue91601

Okay thanks I found one at autozone for $40 but I might look for another one

dave1123

Just look at the bearings. If they look substantial, buy it.

mxpxpunkrock1987

i would check rockauto.com cheaper to buy from them and if u want i dont know if the site has a discount i have one if u need it

bigblue91601

A discount! Heck yeah that'd be awesome thanks!

mxpxpunkrock1987

jeez the price for a new one without core $171 and less then $20 to ship i would get the new one from them jeez i paid $190 plus shipping for mine and thats a better price then auto zone napa combined

FAlfani81

I replaced mine with a second alternator so I could have a completely separate charging system for my accessories. (amps, winch, lights ect...) That could be another option