Why is my AC making a screeching noise?

Why is my AC making a screeching noise?

Hissing or Screeching If your air conditioning unit is emitting a high-pitched screeching or hissing sound, the most likely cause is high pressure built up in your compressor. If this is the case, the sound will most likely be heard outside at the unit when the AC first kicks on and will last about 10-15 seconds.

Why does my AC compressor squeal?

A loud squeal is produced when the A/C is turned on. This symptom is usually caused by a loose or worn air conditioning compressor belt. When the A/C is activated the compressor is engaged. If the belt is loose or worn the belt can slip on the compressor pulley and emit a loud squeal.

Why is the air conditioning not working on my VW Jetta?

What are common reasons my Volkswagen Jetta has air conditioning problems? While there are a variety of reasons your Volkswagen Jetta air conditioning won’t work, the most common 3 are a refrigerant leak, an electrical climate control issue, or a problem with the air conditioning compressor.

Why does my VW Golf have air con problem?

The car was a 2010 VW Golf (only 4 years old). The the customer left the car with us and we proceeded to connect up our air con machine and re-gas the cars cooling system. The problem was spotted straight away because the car started to leak out the liquid from the condenser at the front of the car.

What does the condenser look like on a Volkswagen?

On the Refrigeration Condenser (the thing that looks like a radiator usually at the front of the car’s engine) when the air con system is switched on.

How do you remove the blower fan in a VW Passat?

Remove the blower fan in a VW Passat by unscrewing the footwell panel on the passenger side, removing it, unscrewing the blower fan and then unplugging the electricity to it. There is only one small cable running to the blower fan which transmits the electricity. Look at the graphics display on the dashboard.

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