Air Conditioner
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Air Conditioner
Red 1996
Air not working. Final check was to jump pressure switch. When i do this, The AC clutch ingage. So, It's either the Pressure Switch or, Low R134. Two Questions...
1: What is th eeasiest way to check the switch
2: If i need to change the switch, will i lost R134 anyway ?
Thanks
Air not working. Final check was to jump pressure switch. When i do this, The AC clutch ingage. So, It's either the Pressure Switch or, Low R134. Two Questions...
1: What is th eeasiest way to check the switch
2: If i need to change the switch, will i lost R134 anyway ?
Thanks
Safety Car
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From: Indiana PA
I would see if there is any R134a in the system first. Yes, if you remove the switch any refrigerant will escape the system. I do NOT suggest this. If you have a leak find it and fix it. You may need to recharge with some a/c dye in the system too and then use a black light and some yellow glasses to find the leak. You will need access to an A/C machine to do this the right way. Can be done "back yard" mechanic style, but I do NOT recommend. The EPA will NOT approve....
Burning Brakes
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!. Check for codes:
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...agnostic+Codes
2. The computer may need to be reset. Disconnect the battery for 30 seconds or more-then reconnect.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...agnostic+Codes
2. The computer may need to be reset. Disconnect the battery for 30 seconds or more-then reconnect.
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!. Check for codes:
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...agnostic+Codes
2. The computer may need to be reset. Disconnect the battery for 30 seconds or more-then reconnect.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...agnostic+Codes
2. The computer may need to be reset. Disconnect the battery for 30 seconds or more-then reconnect.
Thanks good info. I didnt know about this.
Race Director
Joined: Jun 1999
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From: Merritt Ils Fl
Been awhile but I think Cliff is correctWhen you jump the switch does the compressor engage and the system cool? If so freon should be OK. If not then freon is most likely gone. If so I would go the dye route.
Last edited by Muffin; Aug 5, 2011 at 04:58 PM.
