AC compressor making noise after r134a refill

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Jul 26, 2012 | 10:26 AM
  #1  
HI all,

My 2008 mcs has 48000 mils and my A/C has not been working at its peak. I decided to add some r134a subzero refrigerant to it. I think I overfilled it as my compressor kept coming on and off several times with in the spam of 10seconds and this cycle kept repeating. I removed some r134a with a screwdriver from the low side port. Now it is running fine but making a lot of noise like a small lawnmower or something in there. It happens more during acceleration. If I turn off the A/C then its gone. Can some one suggest me what may be wrong. It did not make so much noise till now.

Thank You in advance..
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Jul 26, 2012 | 08:16 PM
  #2  
Without the right equipment, there's very little you can diagnose with the AC system.
A certified professional will need to fully evacuate the system, purge, and refill to proper pressure.
Over-pressurize can result in seal damage, and the like.

- Erik
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Jul 27, 2012 | 07:15 AM
  #3  
Thank You for the reply. I think so too. I will take it to the dealer and see what they say.

Pavan
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Jul 27, 2012 | 08:11 AM
  #4  
Refil kits also usually include a universal oil, and a sealer of sometype...the mini system is TINY...gen 1cars have about 1 pound of 134a, gen,2 should be similar...
overfilling...with 134a and or the oil can cause issues....the different type of lube...go figure.
a dealer will cost you $$$, but most any ac shop can do it if they have the equipment...and they understand it better than a dealer guy and a few videos......
Be sure to tell them exactly what you ssif here.....
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Aug 1, 2012 | 11:30 AM
  #5  
solved finally
Took it to the shop and they said I overfilled it by about 5oz. Whoa..
I have also been reading the correct procedure is always to purge/vacuum and then refill it. Assuming we need to do it once or twice in the lifetime of the car. I think its best to let a pro do it or get the right equipment and do it right way.
It cost me a total of $167 inc taxes. I did not take it to a dealer. Now its blowing cool air and no more noise as the compressor kicks in.

Thank you all for your comments.
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Dec 8, 2016 | 01:47 PM
  #6  
Quote: took it to the shop and they said i overfilled it by about 5oz. Whoa..
I have also been reading the correct procedure is always to purge/vacuum and then refill it. Assuming we need to do it once or twice in the lifetime of the car. I think its best to let a pro do it or get the right equipment and do it right way.
It cost me a total of $167 inc taxes. I did not take it to a dealer. Now its blowing cool air and no more noise as the compressor kicks in.

Thank you all for your comments.



so did you have to do anything?
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