Original diagnosis was a recharge, yet after further inspection, we realized the compressor was cycling.

Our mechanic looked at it for me with guages, since mine broke.

What he said was to replace to compressor, condensor, and orifice tube. Apparently, just replacing the compressor would work, but can cause nasty bits to be thrown through the system if the condensor and orifice tube are not new.


Anyone have a recommendation?



Oh...and my belt tensioner is making weird noises. AutoZone sells the tensioner for $178 or the pulley (w/bearings) for $24. Should I go with the pulley or new tensioner?

 

I just feel bad that no one is responding to your post ... I really don't even understand what you're asking

Anyway, free bump

 

Cliff notes:

AC Compressor is broken. I am going to replace it and have all freon evacuated from the system. Should I also replace the orifice tube and condensor?

Also...belt tensioner is making a whiney noise. Should I buy entire tensioner or just pulley? Pulley includes new bearings and is MUCH cheaper.

 

With BOTH jobs, the labor will probably cost more than the parts. so YES, replace everything associated so you don't have to do it later.

 

Def replace the oriface tube. I dont see a need to replace the condensor though....