1997 Dodge Caravan "low freon compressor noise" Questions

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...compressor is turning off and on, you are either low on freon, or grossly overcharged. Get it checked by a professional with a machine with the ability to measure the exact amount of freon going

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would start with adding freon to system, from what you are stating freon is low. You may have a small leak, so use freon with leak seal, also use freon with gauge so you dont over fill and blow orings

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low on Freon, adding a can of Freon with sealer may fix it.  The autoparts places can tell you more about this.The common mistake is in overfilling the system or with severe leaks, failing to add

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...low pressure side of the system just like regular Freon. Sometimes you can get lucky and add it and the noise will go away and there is no damage. Other times the parts are pitted and the oil will ...

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...Freon Low pressure port and the oil is available separately or mixed with Freon. There are different weights of this oil just like motor oil and you should use the correct type for your Brand. There ...

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...low freon. Also, notice if the a/c compressor clutch engages, as it will not if the freon is low. First make sure the compressor clutch is cycling with the a/c on high blow and full cold. If its not ...

...You may not have enough freon. Make sure that the compressor is engaging if is engaging adding Freon may do the trick . Most AC's when low the AC pump won't engage. You can do this yourself I

...freon level is too low, and it is starting to damage the internals of the compressor. If when it works with no noise, it is not cooling the cabin, then the compressor is definitely shot. i have seen ...

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low noise on compressor it is normal, but just check when you turn a/c on, the hub...(kind of plate covers the compressor pulley)... starts runing, you might need refill freon but if compressor hub it

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...low on Freon or your Power Steering pump is low on fluid. Both systems are made to increase the idle speed to make the system work better. What happens in the case of the A/C, is the A/C compressor ...

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