Squeeky noise coming from A/C Compressor???

FullForceSound · 02-11-2005, 10:07 AM

Howdy folks,
I've noticed within the last week that I'm starting to get a little noise coming from what seems to be my A/C compressor near that back of the unit, I've tried spraying a little bit of WD-40 lubircant but the squeeky noise is still there. Has anyone ever heard of this? If so does it sound like I need to get my A/C compressor serviced/replaced? It doesn't get any louder or lower with the A/C on or off. Could it be the belt? I don't see any cracks or splits, It's not very loud but it's really getting to be annoying!! HELP!!!!

Thanks in advance,
-Sam Costa

pushead · 02-11-2005, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by FullForceSound

Howdy folks,
I've noticed within the last week that I'm starting to get a little noise coming from what seems to be my A/C compressor near that back of the unit, I've tried spraying a little bit of WD-40 lubircant but the squeeky noise is still there. Has anyone ever heard of this? If so does it sound like I need to get my A/C compressor serviced/replaced? It doesn't get any louder or lower with the A/C on or off. Could it be the belt? I don't see any cracks or splits, It's not very loud but it's really getting to be annoying!! HELP!!!!

Thanks in advance,
-Sam Costa

First of all you should know WD40 is not a lubricant. It is a cleaner. Read the can. It could be the pully or even the clutch. Unless it drives you crazy I would not worry about it unless you can do your own a/c work and replace the compressor.

Othoni · 02-11-2005, 01:32 PM

It sounds like the ac compressor or the clutch, if you don't know how to change any a part off the ac system I would advice to 1)get a Haynes manual and read up on it or 2)go to a reputable mechanic and have them change whatever part is broken. If you plan on working on the ac system I would strongly advice to be careful when draining the freon out of the system and then flush the system out so there's no debri that can clog it up.

oct7brian · 02-11-2005, 10:43 PM

Also you might want to check out your alternator bushing and idler pulleys. They can make a noise that echos in the engine compartment making you think its something else like the AC Compressor.