FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Compressor HVAC: Testing and Inspection

1. INSTALL MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
Installation/Removal
2. START ENGINE
3. INSPECT COMPRESSOR FOR METALLIC SOUND
Check that there is metallic sound from the compressor when the A/C switch is turned ON.
If a metallic sound is heard. replace the compressor assembly.

4. INSPECT PRESSURE OF REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
System Inspection
5. STOP ENGINE
6. INSPECT VISUALLY FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT FROM SAFETY SEAL
Using a gas leak detector. check for leakage of refrigerant.
If there is any leakage, replace the compressor assembly.