Excessive pressure in the compressor, after the first stage (or how ever many stages there are). Excessive pressure could be caused by shut/ blocked discharge valve.
There will also be a relief valve fitted to the intercooler, should one of the tubes burst. This would let air into the water side and suddenly increase the pressure in the intercooler, so a relief valve is fitted.
Poor compressor performance should result in low head pressure as the system cools better than the compressor can pump.
Check the Freon pressure first. The AC compressor will not turn on if the Freon pressure is too low.
delivery pressure too high (pressostat becomes operative
it sounds kind of weird, but i have a 99 si and it won't run the compressor unless there's a certain pressure in the system, and you can't get pressure in the system cause the compressor won't work. i was thinking of getting a jumper wire and running it to the compressor so it stays engaged-
Overcharging the low port with refrigerant (Freon) can lead to several issues, including excessive pressure buildup in the system, which may cause damage to components like the compressor. It can also result in inefficient cooling, poor system performance, and potential compressor failure due to liquid slugging. Additionally, it can lead to increased energy consumption and may even cause refrigerant to escape through the pressure relief valve.
Absolutely, in fact, if the AC compressor is cycling like that, low pressure is about the ONLY thing that can cause it. There is a pressure sensor in the low pressure side of the AC system. When the pressure drops too far it turns off the compressor to prevent damage. As the compressor runs it pulls refrigerant from the low side, compresses it and sends it to the condenser where it is cooled. When that happens there is less refrigerant available to the low side. There is no point in running a compressor if there is nothing left on the low side to compress, so it shuts down. After enough refrigerant works past the orifice and into the low side again, the low side pressure builds up and the compressor restarts.
What is the cause of a compressor if not trip to its overload
Shock in a compressor refers to the sudden increase in pressure due to a rapid change in operating conditions, such as starting and stopping the compressor suddenly. This can cause mechanical damage and reduce the lifespan of the compressor. Proper control and gradual changes in operating conditions help prevent shock in a compressor.
If you check the pressure on the low pressure line and it is very high then you should make sure the compressor is ON. You may have put the blower on, but on the dashboard there usually is a button that turns on the ac compressor. When the comp is on the pressure will drop into the "blue" range. This is the first check, and the simplest
Possibly the pressure cycling switch.
There are several things that can cause your air conditioning compressor to turn off after five seconds. The most common cause is a lack of Freon pressure. Check your air conditioning hoses for a leak.
If the AC compressor engages but won't disengage, it may indicate a problem with the pressure switch, which monitors refrigerant levels. A faulty pressure switch can cause the compressor to remain engaged regardless of pressure. Additionally, issues with the AC control module or a stuck relay could also prevent the compressor from turning off. It's advisable to have a technician diagnose the system for accurate troubleshooting.