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Old 08-22-2016, 02:47 PM
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This is my 1st post here so let me know if I am in the wrong area. I have a 2006 F-150 Crew that has a slight rattle while idling. When I kick my AC on the rattle goes away as long as the compressor is running. Just curious if anyone else has experienced this problem. Thanks.
Old 08-22-2016, 02:58 PM
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Yes. I bought my truck that way. It was the compressor clutch. I didn't feel like replacing just the clutch, so I replaced the entire compressor and clutch assembly.
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Ok thanks Martian. My research online has also pointed towards replacing the whole thing. Anyone have an estimate of the cost? I'm in michigan if that helps.
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Depends on if you do it or if you have someone else do it. I bought a new compressor and clutch assembly from Rock Auto for around $140. $20 at a local shop to evacuate the refrigerant, replaced the assembly myself, about $100 to have it vacuumed, leak tested, and recharged. And maybe another $5 or $6 for the bottle of compressor oil I needed to prime the compressor before I installed it.
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Ok thank you for the information. I appreciate it.



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