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AC Question V70-XC70 1998

posted by  jpryb on  Mon Aug 30 09:21 CST 2004
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The A/C compressor on my 98 V70 XC (90,000 miles) seems to cycle very fast (about every 5 seconds). However, the interior of the car seems to get cool as quickly as I would expect. I don't want to overcharge the system, and therefore I hesitate to add a can of R134a just because the compressor is cycling.

Questions:

1. Will this excessive cycling cause premature compressor or clutch failure?
2. How can I tell if the refrigerant is low?
3. What would an A/C shop charge me to check and refill the refrigerant?

TIA






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