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ac problem on my 2006 jeep tj wrangler
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baja0625
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May 19, 2013, 9:49 PM
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ac problem on my 2006 jeep tj wrangler
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hi everyone i am having an issue with my 2006 jeep tj wrangler... i recently had the ac condenser replaced because i had a leak on original condenser and my ac worked fine for a day or so until i noticed the ac clutch stopped clicking on and thought i had another leak but i took it back to the shop tested the ac freon and they said it was full and there was no leaks...the guy told me he had to program the ac system when he installed my ac condenser because it wasnt turning on so then decided to check the codes on the jeep an connected it and scrolled to ac system and got it working again...awesome i thought until the next day started my jeep and same problem accured now its shut off again...well during the day i was driving with an ac not working i checked to see if it would kick on but nothing was not working again...well during the evening i started my jeep tried the ac again and now the ac clutch kicked on... this issue is odd so if anyone can help me out please let me know if you might know what it is...thanks for your time
(This post was edited by baja0625 on May 19, 2013, 10:01 PM)
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Tom Greenleaf
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May 19, 2013, 10:34 PM
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Are you saying it's working now? Do you know how this mechanic knew with what testing that system was properly full and had no leaks? Can't know if it's properly full without recovering all of it with equipment that knows how much came out and put exact weight back in. If that wasn't the correct amount it's leaking or overcharged possibly.
Declaring no leaks isn't conclusive as some are elusive.
These are known for evap leaks. You can even check if condensate drain has oil in it and if so it's trouble, would set off failsafes to shut down system as low possible again. May have be reset for a grace period and static pressure with a warm engine allowed it it to engage. Clutch gap could be to large on tons of reasons for erratic behaviour. Needs more attention than it got IMO,
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baja0625
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May 19, 2013, 11:08 PM
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well when i had the ac condenser replaced my freon was completly empty out of my damaged ac condenser do to the leak. so when the mechanic replaced it and refilled it with freon he stated that the ac clutch wasnt turning on so he connected a computer module to the jeep(i was not present) he stated he scrolled to ac system and had it turned on manuelly makung the ac clutch kick start. when i picked up my jeep he explained what he did so i didnt think anything of it because it worked the remainder of the day and it worked fine the next day... by the following day the ac clutch stopped working... thats when i thought it was the freon leaking out somewhere but when i took it back to him he connected a machine to it and checked the pressure of freon and stated it was fine that there was no drop on the pressure. so then he connected the computer to my jeep as he did the first time he explained to me(this time present) and he kick started the ac clutch again and said to bring it back if it shut offs again. he did this for me saturday morning and then sunday morning i jump in my jeep and the AC clutch would not kick start again...so through out the day i kept trying to see if it would kick on but didnt...thats untill later once the sun came down i turned it on just to see and the ac clutch turned back on. so yes its on now but im expecting it to not work again. thats why im asking for help to see what could cause this issue
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HT
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May 20, 2013, 3:11 AM
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OK, let me get this straight.................. he knew how to replace the condenser but has no clue what's wrong with the electrical system. There is no programming involved in this system so that right there tells me he didn't know what he was doing. It has an electric issue somewhere and that needs to be diagnosed properly using a wiring diagram, a test light and a scan tool.
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baja0625
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May 20, 2013, 6:52 PM
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Correct HT... he told me when i asked what was the reason the ac clutch was shuttung off an wouldnt turn on he just responded by saying that the newer model vehicles are computer touchy....and he once again on saturday turned it on manully but the problem accured again on sunday morning when i turned my jeep on it wouldnt work. but in the eveing close to sun down it started working...i just got home a bit ago and tried out the ac and ac clutch wasnt kicking on AGAIN!!! well i had a thought and assumed he over filled it freon so i decided to check th pressure and release some out...i know it might have not been a smart move on my part but it worked!!! it started working agian... so now i am going to see how it does throughout the week or even in about an hour i will check...
...could that have been my issue? overfilled freon???
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MarineGrunt
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May 21, 2013, 12:45 PM
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Listen to HT on this one. I know his username says "new user" but he's been a mod of this site for a long time. He's also been a master mechanic and shop owner for years. (Not trying to make you feel old HT  )
An a/c system is nothing to mess around with. It's under a lot of pressure. You really need to find a competent shop in your area. Ask some friends or coworkers who they use. You really want to find a good mechanic and stick with him. You'll end up building a relationship and know you can drop your vehicle off and never have to worry about anything. Be sure to stay away from the chain stores or quick lube places that claim to do everything.
A competent mechanic should be able to figure this out quite easily.
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nickwarner
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May 21, 2013, 7:04 PM
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A competent mechanic isn't cheap either, so don't go price shopping like you did when you found the last Cletus who has cost you far more than you saved. He has proven he actually has no real idea how your system operates at the most basic level. If you hate your money, let him keep working on it. If you like your money, never go to him again. A wrench is the most dangerous thing you can put in his hands.
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