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Automotive AC clutch assembly, a common cause of car AC failure.

Common Reasons for Car AC Clutch Failure

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  Car AC clutch failures can happen for various reasons. It's crucial to identify the exact cause to fix the problem properly. Typically, clutch failure is due to high pressure, voltage issues, or both. How to Check for Car AC Clutch Failure: Check the Refrigerant Level: If the refrigerant charge is off, the pressure switches…
Old yellow compressor with a green wire attached, likely in need of repair

Compressor Failure – The Most Common Reasons

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Don’t just swap out the compressor — figure out why it failed in the first place, so it does not happen again Compressor failures usually happen because something else in the A/C system went wrong. This could be due to low refrigerant, issues with the electronic fan or fan clutch, a clogged condenser, voltage problems,…
Supercool Premium Synthetic PAG 46 R134a A/C lubricant oil bottle

A/C Oil is the Blood of the System

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  The right type and amount of oil are crucial for your A/C system's performance. Always check the manufacturer specifications, usually found on the under-hood decal, for oil and refrigerant charge details.   Why Oil is Essential for Your A/C System: Lubrication: The A/C compressor needs oil to reduce friction and prevent metal-to-metal contact. Proper…
Aluminum condenser fins and flush tools for AC repair

Air Conditioning Condensers in Late Models Cannot be Flushed

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Most modern vehicles use parallel flow style a/c condensers. Leading aftermarket suppliers have also updated original serpentine and piccolo air conditioning condenser styles to more efficient parallel flow replacements. Keep in mind, the refrigerant charge can vary based on condenser design, so you might need to adjust it if you're swapping a factory condenser for…
Car AC kit: compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, and PAG oil

How to Install an Air Conditioning Compressor and Air Conditioning Kit

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How to properly install all the air conditioning components in our Air Conditioning Compressor Kits. At BuyAutoParts.com we have one of the largest AC Compressor Install Kit inventories in the country. Each kit comes with the correct parts to get the job done right the first time. Here are the directions on how to install…
Black 2002-2006 Honda CRV SUV parked outdoors with mountains in background

2002-2006 Honda CRV AC Black Death Repair

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[caption id="attachment_1850" align="aligncenter" width="300"] 2002-2006 HONDA CRV AC BLACK DEATH REPAIR[/caption] There are a lot of cars with a reputation for quart-million-mile reliability, aside from “that one thing”. Toyota pickups rust really easy, the Chevy 6.5L diesel has the PMD that overheats, and for a lot of Honda models, it’s the air conditioning. Owners and…
Silver car AC compressor with blue sticker and wires, diagnosing failure

How to Diagnose Car AC Compressor Failure

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Air conditioning is something many people take for granted… until it stops working. It can be annoying if during a hot day, you reach down to crank up your AC and all that comes out is hot air. More importantly a bad compressor can be dangerous. If your compressor’s bearing goes bad, your engine can…
Sanden AC compressor clutch and shaft seal assembly

Sanden AC Compressor Service Operations Clutch and Shaft Seal

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This page explains the service operations in the clutch and shaft seal of a Sanden AC Compressor. Service Operations Clutch Armature Assembly Installation 1. Install the shaft key with pliers. 2. Install the clutch shims. NOTE: The clutch air-gap is determined by the thickness of the shim. While installing a clutch on a used compressor,…
Hand adjusting car A/C controls, relevant to A/C compressor repair.

A/C Compressor Repair- BuyAutoParts.com

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If and when your air conditioning system goes bad, the first thing you feel is fear. Check that – actually, it’s hot air. The second thing you feel is a little bit of fear and uncertainty. How much will the project cost? Where do I even begin? To save money, could I actually replace the…
Sanden AC compressor nomenclature guide for R-12 and R-134a compressor identification codes.

Sanden AC Compressors: How to Determine Your Sanden Numbers

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An AC Compressor is the heart of an AC system that induces a high pressure in the refrigerant and sends it to the AC condenser. It is basically a pump driven by the engine. Sanden AC compressor units are some of the most reliable AC compressors on the market and understanding the way to identify…