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carl1000 07-09-2018 09:56 PM

A/C Issue here - Compressor turning but not getting cold..
 
Okay so, in my 1993 F150 5.0, the air conditioning wasn't working when I got it from a family member. I noticed when I turned it to max AC, just hot air would blow. The compressor wasn't turning. It turned out there was no R134 in the system. I charged the system with EZ Freeze. The compressor now turns on and off with the AC switch. The problem is, it is still blowing hot air. I'm going to get a set of gauges tomorrow and see if I can measure some pressures. Let me know if you have any ideas or things I should look for. I didn't notice any of the hoses or pipes getting cold anywhere. At some point that unit was converted over from R12. I have one of the Hayes manuals and looked through their as much as I could. Thanks for any help.

digitaltrucker 07-09-2018 09:58 PM

You should have evacuated it and checked for a leak. Most likely has air in it and moisture, if it has a leak.

carl1000 07-09-2018 10:00 PM

I had pressed the pin in the Low side and nothing came out. I assumed it was empty. But I guess that doesn't check for moisture....

digitaltrucker 07-09-2018 10:06 PM

It has to be vacuumed down to charge. In doing that, it pulls out moisture and air. You just cannot charge an empty system.

Stacy Flit 02-24-2020 06:04 AM

There are some good videos on youtube showing how to on F150 A/C. You need gauges, vacuum pump, refrigerant and patience. Watch the best video you find several times. Your system may have a leak so check that first or you will waste time and money.


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