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Old Jul 6, 2003 | 08:16 PM
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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.

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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.

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Old Jul 6, 2003 | 09:08 PM
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It sounds more like it is coming from the compressor.
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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.
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Old Jul 6, 2003 | 09:53 PM
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i think i had a similar problem as you. as people said earlier, try some belt dressing... i did and the noise is gone.
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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.
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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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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
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