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AC Compressor Siezed, SAFE to Drive?
89 300E, the AC compressor siezed - clutch won't
turn, compressor won't engage. will not be able to replace compressor, etc. ( $1300 Canadian ) this summer. car runs, belt moves freely. is it safe to continuously drive this car?
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You can still drive it, if you like, remove the AC compressor belt.
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It's a 1 piece serpentine belt, so you can't remove it without sacrificing the fan, power steering, and more.
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nthach, what is the danger if the belt and the drive wheels
of the compressor moves freely?
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If the compressor clutch isn't engaging(and I doubt it is), your system is "free-wheeling".
Roll down the windows and enjoy the fresh air. Last edited by 1991300SEL; 07-26-2003 at 01:08 AM. |
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thanks to all!!
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To be safe, remove the Klima relay or disconnect the low pressure wires from the dryer so the compressor doesn't try to engage if you inadvertently set the ACC to cool. That moment before the Klima relay realizes the compressor isn't spinning might be enough to throw off the belt.
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Sixto
Do you or someone have a picture of the receiver/dryer bottle with arrows pointing to the wires to be pulled? My AC compressors are fine, but it would be good to have it just in case. Haasman
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Dear Haasman:
THis picture from Thomaspin will show you exactly what wire to be pulled. http://www.pindelski.com/cars/W126/Air_repair/imagepages/PIC00002d.html Best regards, Eric |
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Thanks Eric!
Haasman
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excellent call, thanks!
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