If a compressor is shorted to ground, it can cause an electrical overload and potentially damage the compressor or other components in the system. This can lead to the compressor not functioning properly or failing altogether. It is important to address any electrical issues promptly to prevent further damage to the system.
Replace belt self tensioner, if applicable. Adjust belt tension. Replace belt. Have ac pressures checked. AC compressor may be failing.
Likely either the serpentine belt is squealing due to age and the extra stress put on it when the a/c compressor is activated, or the a/c compressor or it's pulley are failing.
No, it sounds like the compressor is failing.
You figure out what the cause of the problem is first.
Compressor is having trouble starting and is failing on the overtemp protector in the motor. Could be the capacitor or the compressor itself is bad.
To continue my question...I just found out that the tenant that rents out the garage is using the electrical outlet to plug in all sorts of tools to repair his cars. One of them is an air compressor.I do not want to confront him until I can figure out a ballpark figure of what it is costing me.I have to somehow convert the specifications of the compressor into KWH so I can get an idea of how to do the equation, but I have no clue as to how to do this.I also do not know what specific air compressor he has, so I will use the specifications of one from the Sears site as a basic estimate. If he is using a 2 Horsepower compressor, how do I figure out the KWH? My electric bill says it costs me KWH @ $ .0859.Can someone give me a simple equation to figure out the cost per hour of a basic compressor.
When an AC compressor is seizing up, it means that the internal components of the compressor are failing to move freely, often due to mechanical damage, lack of lubrication, or overheating. This can cause the compressor to stop functioning altogether, leading to a loss of cooling in the air conditioning system. If the compressor seizes, it can also place excessive strain on the engine's drive belt, potentially causing further damage. In such cases, replacement of the compressor is typically necessary to restore proper function.
You will have to figure out why: This the 90% of the time failur: Is there Freon in the system, if there is not a minimum pressure, usually 17 PSI, the compressor will not run. Is the compressor and clutch capable of working? Is the fuse in good shape.
If you can't figure that out by looking at it, you need to pay someone else..
Here is advice: * Blown fuse or possibly the blower must also be turned on. * i would check the fuse for a/c . failing this i would test the switchin car , then check wiring at compressor
its built into your a/c compressor if its failing replace the whole unit.