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A/C compressor seems frozen

Tiny
CFRUSH1
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  • 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
  • 4.8L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 75,000 MILES
No cooling and noise, motor stalls if I try A/C.
Thursday, May 26th, 2022 AT 8:18 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Yes, this happens when the A/C compressor is locked up which is common. I would grasp the front of the compressor to see if you can turn it (engine off). If you cannot turn the compressor this guide can help you change the compressor out with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-air-conditioner-compressor

This video will show how to vacuum down and recharge it:

https://youtu.be/4EqdrBVb0sY

Check out the diagrams (below). Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.
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Friday, May 27th, 2022 AT 4:47 PM
Tiny
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Thanks Ken,

Is there a way to turn it?

Wrench or hammer?
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Friday, May 27th, 2022 AT 8:38 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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It should turn by hand, (engine off) if not the compressor is no good, so you will need a wrench to replace it. Try Amazon or Rock auto for the parts, stay with a name brand like Motorcraft.
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022 AT 10:07 AM

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