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What are my A/C pressure readings telling me about my A/C system?

If you think that you have an issue with your A/C system but you are not sure which component is causing the malfunction it is a good idea to hook your compressor up to a pressure gauge. An A/C System that is working properly should have 150+ PSI on the high side and 30 PSI…
Remanufactured AC compressor for automotive use, black metal finish

Why Our Remanufactured AC Compressors Beat the Competition!

While we pride ourselves on our extensive AC catalog and ability to source some hard-to-find components for older vehicles, some vehicles are so obscure that finding a reliable source for parts can be challenging. We carry brand new aftermarket compressors for most mainstream applications, but we fill in holes in our catalog with quality remanufactured…
AC kit components: condenser, evaporator, compressor, receiver dryer, O-rings, and oil.

What’s In An AC Kit?

AC is a huge part of our business, and our best-selling AC component would definitely be the compressor. For many people, it may be the only AC part they actually know of, and it’s certainly most people’s first suspect when the vents stop blowing cold air. But A/C is a complex system with a lot…
Air conditioning system flush can and vacuum pump for AC maintenance

How To Flush AC System

A/C Tips
The AC system includes the compressor, condenser, evaporator and accumulator/receiver-dryer. The key to the cooling function of an AC system is to maintain the pressure of the refrigerant either under high-pressure or low-pressure, as needed. As with any part of the automobile, the AC system can also get contaminated with impurities, making it function improperly.…
Hyundai Sonata, Santa Fe, Kia Optima AC compressor for 1999-2006 models

Replacement AC Clutch vs AC Compressor

BuyAutoParts has a quality replacement AC compressor and clutch assembly for nearly every vehicle on the road. We frequently get questions asking about ordering just the compressor or A/C clutch on their own, because only one of them was diagnosed as needing replacement. The entire auto repair industry is moving away from that practice for…
Denso vs Delphi AC compressors for Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra: note bolt holes

Need a new AC compressor for your 1999-2002 Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra? Read this first!

On 7th-generation (GMT800 chassis, 1999-2006) GM full-size pickup trucks, the AC system is a common failure point. In particular, if your truck is a 1999-2002 model with a gas V8, there are two different versions of the compressor; one made by Denso, and one made by Delphi. If you do not double-check which version you…
Red 2001-2007 Dodge Grand Caravan minivan parked outdoors

2001-2007 Dodge or Chrysler Voyager, Grand Caravan, or Town and Country A/C Compressor Failure

Fall has finally arrived across much of the country which means cooler temperatures and a reprieve from the sweltering summer heat. But even if you don't need to keep cool, a properly working air conditioning system is very important for your driving comfort while commuting or on a road trip this fall and winter. Beyond…
Gold 2004 Hyundai Sonata sedan parked in front of a modern building

1999-2006 Hyundai Sonata, Santa Fe, and Kia Optima AC Compressor Failure

Even though it's getting time for summer to change to autumn, a properly working air conditioning system is very important for your driving comfort while commuting or on a road trip. Beyond keeping the cabin cool on a hot day, modern air conditioning systems also work to help defrost your windows and dehumidify the interior…
AC compressor for 2003-2014 Chevy/GMC trucks and SUVs

2003-2014 Chevy/GMC Truck & SUV AC Compressor Failure

If your part of the country is hot even just a few days out of the year, you already know how important the AC system is when you’re driving. Driving around town in stop-and-go traffic won’t give you enough cooling breeze even with the windows down and a long commute in the heat can leave…
Gray Honda CR-V SUV, a car with critical flaws

Critical flaws in otherwise reliable cars

Here at BuyAutoParts.com we've heard all the horror stories when it comes to major flaws in vehicles. We are commonly contacted by our customers for our expertise and for help getting their replacement part when they need it most. The vehicles on this list were generally great cars, except for their one major flaw. Unfortunately…