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Old 05-23-2011 | 02:48 PM
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Exclamation Newbie with A/C Problem...Plz Help

Firstly Hi all fellow Cf Users,

I have just brought a 1997 Grand Cherokee Limited 4.0 Auto Awd, never owned a jeep before but very happy indeed with mine.

The problem with the A/C i have is the clutch on the compresser will lock for about 3 seconds then unlock for a further 3 seconds and so on. The system was low on gas because i brought a top up kit and it swallowed the whole can, but still the comp only locks for 3 seconds

Any ideas would be much apreciated.

Regards Alan...
Old 05-23-2011 | 02:55 PM
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I would say just take it to a shop to have it looked over.U might need to vac the system and add the right amount of freon.If you dont have a leak.Sounds like the compressor is ok.Hope that helps
Old 05-23-2011 | 05:51 PM
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Mine takes a couple of cans before it actually is full. might just need a little more freon :\
Old 05-24-2011 | 10:36 AM
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Hi i brought another can, but the system will not take in anymore!!!

Regards Alan....
Old 05-24-2011 | 10:43 AM
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As previously mentioned, u need to take it to a pro so they can attach the gauges and diagnose the problem.
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