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1992 Toyota Celica Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Clutch, Cooling fan.
Mileage: 400,000 miles.

Asked on July 22, 2011

A/c repair

I need help fixing my a/c in a 1992 Toyota Celica. The problem started after my radiator started to boil over. I replaced the radiator but the a/c systems pressure is off the scale and shuts off automatically when I try to turn it on. Does the compressor need to be replaced? Is there something easier I could start with?
Avatar Asked by dnsanchez

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Replied on July 22, 2011

Could be low/no freon in it-When you turn AC on do you hear the clutch engaged the compressor

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on July 22, 2011

I just put a whole can of freon in it and yes the compressor engages and then shuts off in about 3 seconds.

Tiny Response from dnsanchez
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Replied on July 22, 2011

Check AC relay and low pressure switch

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on July 22, 2011

What are the high and low pressure readings?
Are the cooling fans working?

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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Replied on July 22, 2011

The pressure is so high it is off the scale. The fans are working and the car engine temp is normal. So I assume that the water pump and the thermostat are working correctly.

Tiny Response from dnsanchez
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Replied on July 22, 2011

You have to much freon in system.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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