A/C Question (94 Explorer)
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A/C Question (94 Explorer)
Hello All,
I have a question about the A/C unit in my 94 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 (v6). Recently I stopped getting cold air in my SUV, First indication was that the refrigerant was out, so I had that recharged. The mechanic said that the A/C unit was going bad but there were no leaks in the line. To make a long story short, I had 3 days of cold air and then none again. When pushing in the A/C Button, I would hear a single click and then it started to cool off, but when it wasn't getting cold, I would hear it click every 4 seconds or so. Now after the 3 days of cold air, it no longer clicks at all, and no cold air. The mechanic of course tells me this is going to cost $600+, Is there a cheaper alternative to this or shall I just bite the bullet on this?
Again, Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Bill
I have a question about the A/C unit in my 94 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 (v6). Recently I stopped getting cold air in my SUV, First indication was that the refrigerant was out, so I had that recharged. The mechanic said that the A/C unit was going bad but there were no leaks in the line. To make a long story short, I had 3 days of cold air and then none again. When pushing in the A/C Button, I would hear a single click and then it started to cool off, but when it wasn't getting cold, I would hear it click every 4 seconds or so. Now after the 3 days of cold air, it no longer clicks at all, and no cold air. The mechanic of course tells me this is going to cost $600+, Is there a cheaper alternative to this or shall I just bite the bullet on this?
Again, Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Bill
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A/C Question (94 Explorer)
>Hello All,
> The mechanic said that the A/C unit was
>going bad but there were no leaks in the line. To make a
>long story short, I had 3 days of cold air and then none
>again. When pushing in the A/C Button, I would hear a single
>click and then it started to cool off, but when it wasn't
>getting cold, I would hear it click every 4 seconds or so.
>Now after the 3 days of cold air, it no longer clicks at
>all, and no cold air. The mechanic of course tells me this
>is going to cost $600+, Is there a cheaper alternative to
>this or shall I just bite the bullet on this?
>
>Again, Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
>
>Thanks,
>Bill
Well...I think you did not get the whole story form your mechanic. Bottom line, if you needed a recharge and it lasted only 3 days, then you definately have a leak somewhere in the system. Some I have had on my 91 Explorer over the years are (1) Evaporator core in the dash unit (2) Compressor shaft seal (3) Shrader (spelling)valves in the
lines.
The fairness of the cost quoted depends on exactly what is to be repaired. I spent around $600 on a total system re-build/R134 conversion after compressor crash. Mind you, I did the work myself and this cost did not reflect any labor charge.
The short cycle of the compressor is normal for a low system charge as there is a pressure sensing switch in the line. It is used to shut off the compressor clutch if system pressure falls below a safe operation level.
If in doubt...take it to another shop for a second opinion. Ask exactly what was found. If you get the general run around and they are not specific...take your money and find another shop that will tell you exactly what is to be done and what their warranty is.
Dialtone
> The mechanic said that the A/C unit was
>going bad but there were no leaks in the line. To make a
>long story short, I had 3 days of cold air and then none
>again. When pushing in the A/C Button, I would hear a single
>click and then it started to cool off, but when it wasn't
>getting cold, I would hear it click every 4 seconds or so.
>Now after the 3 days of cold air, it no longer clicks at
>all, and no cold air. The mechanic of course tells me this
>is going to cost $600+, Is there a cheaper alternative to
>this or shall I just bite the bullet on this?
>
>Again, Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
>
>Thanks,
>Bill
Well...I think you did not get the whole story form your mechanic. Bottom line, if you needed a recharge and it lasted only 3 days, then you definately have a leak somewhere in the system. Some I have had on my 91 Explorer over the years are (1) Evaporator core in the dash unit (2) Compressor shaft seal (3) Shrader (spelling)valves in the
lines.
The fairness of the cost quoted depends on exactly what is to be repaired. I spent around $600 on a total system re-build/R134 conversion after compressor crash. Mind you, I did the work myself and this cost did not reflect any labor charge.
The short cycle of the compressor is normal for a low system charge as there is a pressure sensing switch in the line. It is used to shut off the compressor clutch if system pressure falls below a safe operation level.
If in doubt...take it to another shop for a second opinion. Ask exactly what was found. If you get the general run around and they are not specific...take your money and find another shop that will tell you exactly what is to be done and what their warranty is.
Dialtone
