Yes you can remove it and still drive the truck......
If the compressor is bad or noisy and the AC clutch is okay try unplugging the AC clutch fuse or relay.
Checking the pressure of a fridge compressor is easy. Remove the compressor and give it a shake. After taking the compressor off it should make a sound while shaking that means itÕs still good if the compressor makes no sound that means it has went bad.
Blower motor working? Does clutch compressor pull-in? Was system evacuated prior to charging?
It is probely the Hi pressure switch.
You will need to remove the ac compressor, alternator, and the bracket underneath them to access the bypass hose.You will need to remove the ac compressor, alternator, and the bracket underneath them to access the bypass hose.
you have to remove the motor and it still a painfull time consuming job
Most of the Nissan Skylines are illegal to drive in some states because they do not meet all the countries emissions statutes and has yet to be certified by the department of transportation. These vehicle can still be purchased from some retailers although they are expensive.
No.
Best way to access the AC compressor is through the wheel well. The panels behind the tire come off fairly easily. Depending on what is wrong with it you could replace , the clutch, with the compressor still on the car. Not an easy job but doable with the proper tools.
If four wheel drive, yes. If all wheel drive, no. The 4wd system will have 2hi, 4hi, and 4 lo on the shifter.
I had '97 that I had to change the pump and bags at six years. Another '97 still has it's OEM pump and bags, my mother-in law drive it now.
If the clutch on the ac compressor is not turning freely then the drive belt will either slip or not allow the engine to turn over. But most likely, the belt will slip and the engine will still turn over.