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Jul 6, 2003 | 08:16 PM

finalymodded

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From: MS.

squeeky problem! PLEASE help

My car squeeks like crazy when I turn on the air conditioner it also only seems to happen under load. Do I need to replace something or oil something or what? It is emarassing enough that I don't turn on my ac most of the time.

Jul 6, 2003 | 08:37 PM

DARK AGE 53

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Re: squeeky problem! PLEASE help

If you think it's coming from the AC belt you could try belt dressing, if it was me I think I'd change the belt.

Al

Jul 6, 2003 | 09:08 PM

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Re: squeeky problem! PLEASE help

It sounds more like it is coming from the compressor.

Jul 6, 2003 | 09:24 PM

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Re: squeeky problem! PLEASE help

Spray some soapy water on the AC belt, then start it up. If the noise goes away for a short time it's probably the AC belt.

Jul 6, 2003 | 09:53 PM

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Re: squeeky problem! PLEASE help

i think i had a similar problem as you. as people said earlier, try some belt dressing... i did and the noise is gone.

Jul 7, 2003 | 03:37 AM

DaddySS

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Re: squeeky problem! PLEASE help

The AC runs on a separate drive belt with its own tensioner. Check for oil or other contamination on the belt, replace the belt if necessary.

Jul 7, 2003 | 07:03 AM

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Re: squeeky problem! PLEASE help

Thank you guys I will definately put more emphasis on the belt. I am just hoping that I don't have to replace any expensive parts.

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Jul 10, 2003 | 04:46 AM

JIM F

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Re: squeeky problem! PLEASE help

I hope you donot have the problem i do. I had my ac recharged and the shop must not have put any oil in the system. My compressor makes a terrible screeching noise now. I added oil but it is too late the pump is shot. If the belt dressing does not work try to reoil your ac system. best of luck