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Old Apr 20, 2010 | 04:35 PM
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Car: 1989 Camaro RS
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A/c compressor

I have an '89 Camaro RS w/ 305. I noticed that A/C compressor cycles on for about 3 seconds and then off about the same. Is this normal? Air not really cold either, but works and no leaks. Any comments? Thanks
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Old Apr 20, 2010 | 05:10 PM
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Most likely it's low on refrigerant.
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Old Apr 20, 2010 | 05:40 PM
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Re: A/c compressor

The guy I bought it from recharged it and they put yellow dye in to expose leak. I never saw any leaks, but your probably right. After all, I think the former owners spent a lot to get a/c fixed in the past numerous times. Thanks
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Old Apr 20, 2010 | 09:26 PM
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Car: 1989 Trans AM GTA
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Re: A/c compressor

I had the same problem with my 89 GTA, i took it in to check for leaks, all the lines were good but found the compresser itself was cracked all the way around. I kept charging it and it would be good for a day or two then be completly depleted. Sounds like you might have the same problem. luckily compressors arent that expensive. good luck.
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