So, I decided to pop my AC belt back on, seeing as how its summertime and all...

When I put it on, at ANY tension, even no tension, it groans as if its too tight. Which makes me think there is a problem with the compressor. Also, if I hit the AC button, no fluctuation in RPMs occurs as it usually does. Which points to the compressor not turning on.

Any ideas? Id like to know if anyone has had a similar problem, or does this sound like the typical compressor failure? I havent used the AC since...maybe the end of last year. I am aware the system can go bad if not used frequently, but I thought that had to do with the lines? Is it common for the compressor to fail over time with no use, or is this not even compressor related?

20 questions over

 

The AC compressor requires a lubricant
and even the owner manual states that even if there is no need
for th AC it should be put to work.
so now your problem is that it is not compressing and needs replacement.
And all you hear is Freddy scratching his blades against a pipe right!!!

 

Did it lose its charge? Just about all modern AC compressors use the freon itself to lubricate the system.

 

So youre saying the compressor wouldnt turn on if it lost its charge?

No lubrication definitely could be the problem, as when the pulley on the compressor is turning it makes a groaaaaaaaaaaaaaaning sound. When I hit the AC button on or off, it doesnt feel like any extra load is occurring IE compressor is not turning on.

Edit: And I understand the AC should be run periodically even in the winter, but when the belt was off, I wasnt about to go put it back on to run it for a few minutes....Im just way too lazy and figured Id deal with the consequences, if any, later, so here I am

 

That sucks man, I just put my AC belt on after not having it connected for over a year, and that baby fired up first time....cold even.

BTW, did you know you can use a LS AC belt with a CRV pulley....the tensioner just sits about 2mm from the main pulley...its a tight fit

 

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If I'm not mistaking, if the system is too low on 134a, it will not turn on. The refrigerant holds the lubricant and if the pressure is too low, it will not properly lube the compressor. I know on my AC sticker, it shows a max and min pressure for the AC.

As for the grinding, I'm not sure what that is......maybe the tensioner pulley making noise???

 

Interesting...I guess Ill go to Pep Boys and pick up a recharge kit.

Is there any way to test the pressure or to get a definitive answer from the system if it needs a recharge or not?

 

just take it out hahah why waste money on something you dont need. just roll down the windows if youre hot and bring a blanket if youre cold

 

Ive got interviews coming up in the next few weeks and DEFINITELY dont want to be soaked and reaking of Right Guard by the time I get there