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2002 Other Chevrolet Models AC shuts my car off

Tiny
TRUBIO77
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  • 2002 CHEVROLET
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 130,000 MILES
I have a 2002 Chevy Prizm. Everytime I turn on my AC, my vehicle shuts off. This problem does not happen when I turn on the heater. What seems to be the problem and about how much to fix - can I fix this myself
Monday, November 3rd, 2008 AT 6:59 PM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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Sounds like the compressor is locked up. Remove belt and see if pulley will turn with AC on (ign. On, turn by hand), don't start engine.

If not the compressor will have to be replaced.

Does the belt squeal when AC is on?
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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009 AT 12:22 PM
Tiny
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I totaly agree. The compressor is seized.
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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009 AT 12:26 PM

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