4 SYMPTOMS OF A BAD AC PRESSURE SWITCH | How to tell if AC Pressure Switch is BAD
In this Video we're going to talk about how to spot a bad AC pressure switch in your car since it’s one of those features that we tend to ignore until it causes a problem.
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I'll check it out with your advice
@fixit3879
8 күн бұрын
Hope it helps. Good luck. Thank you.
Mine randomly stops cooling then if I restart the car it starts cooling again
@mangkokhayon5039
2 күн бұрын
Same
@CubanMofo
2 күн бұрын
@@mangkokhayon5039 today I filled the freon cause it was low and it started cooling real good . But then during the mid day heat it randomly stopped cooling while driving and blowing hot air. Now parked on my driveway in the evening for like an hour it's been cooling good non stop
@fixit3879
Күн бұрын
Does sound like possible AC pressure switch problem. Or you might just be low on refrigerant.
@CubanMofo
14 сағат бұрын
@@fixit3879 it was low and I topped it off. Now it cools really good when parked. But when I drive it cools but then randomly it starts smelling musky damp and starts blow regular air not cool. And if I would stop and start the car again. It would start cooling again
@CubanMofo
14 сағат бұрын
I wonder where's that switch.
Awesome
@fixit3879
2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
How to know if my Compressor work or not bcz i Put ac on but Dosnt engage rotating it work hot or cold ?
@fixit3879
28 күн бұрын
Try to see and look to the side of the AC compressor pulley. If the clutch engages and spins while the AC is on, then it usually means the compressor is engaging and working. Hope this helps.
How do you know what pressure sensor is the bad one? Low or high? I do not have a high end scanner but it did pick up a code (B1079) and most common fixes says "Replaced A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor" but doe snot tell me high or low? Any ideas? It is on a 2013 Lancer
@lisasisk3713
18 күн бұрын
you'll have to by pass the AC/pressure switch, high or low first using a coated wire. There is a video on youtube: How to bypass the AC pressure switch using a paper clip. Something close to that. Just try the easiest to get to one first and move the other if that is not the one. Several videos on this topic. I was told twice; I needed a new compressor. I only have 121,000 on my car. It's hard to believe. I am going to try this. Shops don't want to replace small parts. They want to go for the jugler.
@fixit3879
16 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
@2007vwbeetle
12 күн бұрын
@@fixit38792011 Ford Fiesta. Air conditioner has always been cold. I replaced the cabin air filter and since then the air condition blows cold as it use too but now fluctuates. Sometimes at a stop and even sometimes going down the highway at 60 mph. It can be 5-15 mins apart or longer?..
@PedroVargas-ix1mm
11 күн бұрын
@@2007vwbeetlemake sure they are installed properly with arrow up
@PedroVargas-ix1mm
11 күн бұрын
@@2007vwbeetlemake sure they are installed properly with arrow up
What could be if my AC blows cold air only if I rev the car past ~2000 RPM ? Also if I keep car in a cold location it blows cold air right away when starting, but if I kept it in hot sun, I need to rev it for a while until I can see some cold air.
@mcgbeats2107
8 күн бұрын
I have the same problem but I haven’t found the issue
@adrianTNT
8 күн бұрын
@@mcgbeats2107 I installed a new compressor, it is better but I feel like it is not at 100%. I suspect the filter/drier might be clogged. If you will have more info from yours, let me know 😬
I put a new compressor in my car and when i ran the ac the compressor released all the pressure out of the bottom. Why would a new compressor do that?😢
@fixit3879
8 күн бұрын
I can think of following possible reasons: Faulty Compressor: A new compressor could be defective, causing rapid loss of refrigerant or pressure. Improper Installation: If not installed correctly, leaks may occur due to loose fittings, improperly seated seals, or missing o-rings. Incorrect Oil Charge: Using the wrong type or insufficient amount of compressor oil can lead to internal issues. System Contamination: Debris, moisture, or old refrigerant oil in the AC system before installing the new compressor can damage components and cause leaks. Pressure Relief Valve Issue: Faulty or incorrectly set pressure relief valves may release refrigerant unnecessarily, leading to pressure loss. System Blockage: Blockages in parts like the expansion valve or receiver/dryer can cause excessive pressure buildup and release of refrigerant.
@chugginbeers
8 күн бұрын
@fixit3879 ill start with the pressure valves, thanks so much
Ac compressor in my car is clicking 1-3 sec on and off when engine is on idling and it blows ambient/hot air. But when I am on highway speeds the ac blows cold. I have been to a mechanic who checked for leakage but there was no leak. He said that the compressor clutch is bad. Can it be bad compressor clutch or some faulty pressure sensor or is it normal operation? I have volvo v50 1.6 diesel.
@chriss4365
9 күн бұрын
Not enough refrigerant. Probably has a slow leak in the schrader valves. Watch it when running if the clutch is going bad you'll see it slipping. The bearings in them do go bad too. Or is a weak magnet. They are not hard to change. Buy a hose and can of 134a from walmart and get the pressure on the low side around 35 with the ac running. when you check if it is less than 30 psi on low side when running you need refrigerant. I got videos on my channel about it might not be with your car but you can still learn about it. Look under the hood make sure you find out what refrigerant it uses before you buy anything.
@bajalal8977
9 күн бұрын
@chriss4365 The mechanic I went to check for any leakage and none and the refrigant was also right amount. But if the compressor clutch is bad or weak magnet, wouldn't then the ac not work at all? In my case the ac seems to work when cruising on highway. What makes it work then? On highway speeds the engine rpm are around 2000 if that says anything.
@chriss4365
9 күн бұрын
@bajalal8977 on highway you have more airflow. Does your radiator have electric fans?
@bajalal8977
9 күн бұрын
@chriss4365 Yes it does have electric fan. Could it be the fan that is not working at idling and causing ac compressor to short cycle?
@chriss4365
9 күн бұрын
@bajalal8977 it won't shut off the compressor, but it will make it not have cold air.
My seat Leon 1.9 2007 does that clicking sound, and I have no ac... If thats the problem will change the pressure valve and come here to thank you! 🤙
@fixit3879
16 күн бұрын
Hopefully that helps. Thank you for sharing.
@adrianTNT
10 күн бұрын
I think that is a valve that mixes hot / cold air, probably even if you don't have AC.
What about frozen ac lines?
@fixit3879
16 күн бұрын
Sorry if it is missing it. Thank you for sharing.
What if air ac and blower and heater is not working at all ?
@fixit3879
16 күн бұрын
I would check the electrical fuse and then the wiring. Hope that helps. Good Luck!
I have 2013 Tahoe when I have setting in middle or less ac blows. Cold and fine, when I crank it all the way up pressure builds high on low end and gets warm compressor shuts off
@fixit3879
8 күн бұрын
Sounds like a possible AC Pressure switch problem. Good Luck!
2019 kona stops working ,no obd11 code ,
@fixit3879
Ай бұрын
Its hard to tell what the problem is without knowing more details. Thank you for sharing!
@MrRohanstar
8 күн бұрын
@fixit3879 the compressor runs for 19seconds then shuts off,if i put 12 vokts to the fan it keeps runnning ,the fan relay was changed by some one along with the compressor and coolant temperature switch ,i addeb 1234yf but nothing changed i remove freon nothing changed
I got 1 I can’t find an answer for. 98 Ford Ranger 3.0 5 speed. Idling or driving slow it’ll blow ice cubes. The faster you go the warmer it gets. It’s so so and 55mph, you won’t sweat but it isn’t cool enough. 70mph almost no cool air.
@fixit3879
Күн бұрын
Wow, very unusual. Possibly bad AC Pressure switch. You should also check to make sure it has enough refrigerant. Good Luck!
I don’t have a check engine light on
@fixit3879
28 күн бұрын
That's a good sign usually. Thank you for sharing.
Mercedes benz 202 ac compressor not on
@fixit3879
Күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
Ac relay location
@fixit3879
Күн бұрын
Thank you.
Ac fun not working ac compressor not on
@fixit3879
Күн бұрын
That is very unusual. Good luck!
AI voice videos are too annoying to watch.
@fixit3879
2 ай бұрын
I thought this sounds better than my voice. Thank you for sharing your perspective.
Hello, the ac sometime work , sometime not , but when it work , it really cold , dddl Has code: lost communication with front HVAC / HVCF for 3 seconds or longer, 524025 31 I been AC COMPRESSOR /EXP VALVE /PRESSURE SENSOR VACUUM AC SYSTEM recharge the freon, it work one month and it happened again, can you tell what is going on with my truck , I did not replace the dryer filter , you think could be dryer problem? Truck is 2019 freightliner. Cascadia if you know anything, please let me know!🙏🙏🙏
@fixit3879
16 күн бұрын
It is still possible you might have refrigerant leak. You may need to get the refrigerant level and pressure checked. Hope this helps. Thank you for sharing.