I hate automotive A/C systems.
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So my compressor fried last summer and I recently installed a new compressor and receiver/drier. I attempted to charge it but it was extremely slow to take refrigerant. So I figured the expansion valve was clogged and replaced that. It still doesn't want to take a charge at anywhere near the speed it should and I am getting tired of this heat! Anybody want to point me towards the next item I should check for blockage?
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Are you trying to recharge the system with the "aerosol can" refrigerant? If so you'll never get the system to fully recharge. It might not even be enough to trigger the compressor clutch to engage. You'll need at least 2.5-3 lbs. of refrigerant for the whole system (R134 = low pressure side around 25-40 psi / high pressure side 230-250 psi).
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Are you trying to recharge the system with the "aerosol can" refrigerant? If so you'll never get the system to fully recharge. It might not even be enough to trigger the compressor clutch to engage. You'll need at least 2.5-3 lbs. of refrigerant for the whole system (R134 = low pressure side around 25-40 psi / high pressure side 230-250 psi).
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