AC problems

RONSON

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1996 FORD RANGER
41,000 MILES

I have a 1996 ford ranger that I recently had the AC serviced on. Sometimes it will come on and work usually when you first start the vehicle in the morning. I noticed after tinkering with it that if I turn it on and tap the front of the clutch with a screwdriver handle it will work. When I leave for work in the mid morning and it does come on it will work for about two or three miles and stop.

Tuesday, August 14th, 2012 AT 4:43 PM

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ASEMASTER6371

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What are the pressures when running?

Roy

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Tuesday, August 14th, 2012 AT 5:02 PM

RONSON

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Well, honestly I have not even thought to check the pressure. Would I check the suction or discharge or other and what would I be looking for approximately. Also would this be at an idle or higher R.P.M. THX.

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Thursday, August 16th, 2012 AT 7:11 AM

MHPAUTOS

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You need to check both sides, and use an appropriate duel manifold gauge set, this is best left to a specialist in A/C do not attempt to add extra refregrant just to see if it help, there is a specific charge added and over charged is as bad as under charged.

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Friday, August 17th, 2012 AT 1:44 AM