A/C compressor issues

Tiny
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  • 2004 CHEVROLET TAHOE
  • 5.3L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 179,000 MILES
I have the SUV listed above LT model, VIN Z with front and rear A/C controls.

I changed out my A/C compressor clutch due to not turning. A/C was working fine. Two months later (now) the compressor is squealing while engine is running. Much like a power steering pump does when low on oil. I also noticed that I could not hear the clicking sound when the clutch engages.

Question 1; does the compressor just need oil or replaced? If need be I can record the sound but not sure if it would any justice.

Question 2; which A/C Compressor do I purchase? This is what I see but I am still confused as to which one is correct. Here is an example:
FitsGAS; Front; Dual Zone Climate Control with Automatic Controls (you can set a specific numeric temperature) (CJ2), Front; Dual Zone Climate Control with Manual Controls (blue/red dials only), Rear Auxiliary A/C (C69)
OrFLEX Fuel; Front; Dual Zone Climate Control with Automatic Controls (you can set a specific numeric temperature) (CJ2), Front; Dual Zone Climate Control with Manual Controls (blue/red dials only), Rear Auxiliary A/C (C69)

Question 3; The vacuum pump would this work https://www.harborfreight.com/air-vacuum-pump-with-r134a-and-r12-connectors-96677.html
OR
should I purchase this https://www.harborfreight.com/25-cfm-vacuum-pump-98076.html
OR
Just have a shop fill the R134A

I am sure I will have more questions I would prefer to do the work myself and learn than have some one do it for me.
Thursday, August 23rd, 2018 AT 3:22 PM

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Tiny
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Good evening.

Do you have automatic climate control?

Once I know I can find the compressor for you.

Roy
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Thursday, August 23rd, 2018 AT 6:18 PM
Tiny
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Hi Roy and thank you for your help. Honestly I am not sure. There are controls on the dash with numbers and temp for both driver and passenger and controls in the back seat. How would I tell? Or would the vin number help you out? 1GNEK13Z44J301037
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Thursday, August 23rd, 2018 AT 6:36 PM
Tiny
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Okay, that is automatic climate control.

Rock Auto has it for $139.00.

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/chevrolet,2004,tahoe,5.3l+v8,1424247,heat+&+air+conditioning,a/c+compressor,6628

1. Clutch does not need oil. It is a dry running unit. The noise may be the belt slipping across the compressor from a bad tension-er.

2. The rock auto compressor will work.

3. Yes, that is good.

Roy

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/re-charge-an-air-conditioner-system

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-air-conditioner-compressor
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Thursday, August 23rd, 2018 AT 6:45 PM
Tiny
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Thank you Roy

I appreciate your help. If I can ask another question or several, the A/C compressor from Rock Auto in the description it states this "Dual Zone Climate Control with Automatic Controls (you can set a specific numeric temperature) (CJ2), Front; Dual Zone Climate Control with Manual Controls (blue/red dials only), Rear Auxiliary A/C (C69)" What does this mean and which dials are they talking about? I know that you can set a numeric number for the front and dials on the ceiling to control the back. Then in that back seat it has a button style temp and video combo. So is this still the correct A/C compressor?

On a side note my wife has seizures and heat will bring them on and a service dog that goes with us. It is imperative that I make as little mistakes as possible. We live in Texas and right now it is 103 degrees so I have to make 100% sure that this is the correct compressor. (Not at all doubting your expertise)

This is the correct one. $139.00 https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=436692&cc=1424247&jsn=564&jsn=564
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Saturday, August 25th, 2018 AT 2:35 PM
Tiny
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Yes, that is the correct one for your car.

You are good to go.

Roy
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Saturday, August 25th, 2018 AT 3:13 PM
Tiny
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Thank you Roy, you really are a huge help for this old shade tree mechanic. I would also like to post my gratitude on Facebook about you and 2carpros. Com. It is nice to see people helping people just to help. It is so awesome sauce. I would like to be able to pick your brain in the future about cars. I also have a 1980 Ford Bronco that I have to rebuild that motor and I have not rebuild a motor in thirty years.

Thank you again Sir.
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Saturday, August 25th, 2018 AT 5:13 PM
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You are welcome.

Thank you for the kind words.

Roy
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Saturday, August 25th, 2018 AT 5:16 PM
Tiny
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Good Day Roy,

If possible I would like to ask a couple more questions on my ChevroletTahoe. I received the A/C Compressor, the orifice and o-rings. Can I go ahead and replace those now even though I have not the equipment to charge the system yet? Also, what is your expertise say about switching out the accumulator? I believe this is the correct one, https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=3914700&cc=1424247&jsn=566

Thank you again for your help it is greatly appreciated.

Jon
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Tuesday, September 11th, 2018 AT 7:24 AM
Tiny
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Yes, ask away.

The accumulator is a must to replace since you are opening the system. If you do not you will contaminate the old one which is most likely contaminated now anyway.

Roy
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Tuesday, September 11th, 2018 AT 7:41 AM
Tiny
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Hi Roy
You helped me out earlier this year with my A/C which is working awesome by the way. I have another issue and wanted to know if you would be able and willing to help me out once again?

Thank You for your time

Jon
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Wednesday, December 5th, 2018 AT 1:01 PM
Tiny
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Okay, if it is related to the same vehicle, same problem. if it is not, please go to the home page and start a new question. Then any of us can assist you.

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new

Roy
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Wednesday, December 5th, 2018 AT 2:22 PM

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