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A/C Not working for first time, compressor not kicking in. Relay? 850 1994

posted by  MadeInJapan on  Sat Dec 2 16:17 CST 2006
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How can you be certain it's not low gas and/or evaporator? The compressor won't start is the gas if too low. You can jumper the switch (under the passenger side cowl) and get it started (but only do this for short periods of time or you'll burn out the compressor), then add gas. Of course, you can measure the gas with a gauge from the low side port (fill valve) to be sure. On our old 850 we used the AC in the winter too (like you) and when the evap failed, it was quick and painful ($$$). Good luck.
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1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic (125K), 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red (45K), Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon (Sold at 140K and miss her). My cars have been running so well lately they've got me worried.






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New A/C Not working for first time, compressor not kicking in. Relay? [850][1994]
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