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Old 06-29-2009, 03:45 PM
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Question A/C Clutch

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2004 Blazer 4.3L V6 4WD

When accelerating from a stop the A/C will make noise until either
A. Let off the throttle
B. Turn air off
C. Reach constant speed.

Best way I can describe the noise is that it has that rattle like diesel engine would sound. Been told that it sounds like the A/C clutch. Your thoughts?
 
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Old 06-29-2009, 04:12 PM
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Will it do it if you just rev the engine with the AC on? Open the hood and see if you can identify were the noise is actually coming from.
 
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Old 06-30-2009, 08:50 AM
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Tried last night and no it does not do it if I just rev the engine.

I should add the air is blowing cold and working just fine with the exception of that noise.
 
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The compressor should make the noise reved in place or moving if its clutch was the reason. Do you notice any decrease in power or any other odd things happening?
 
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Have you checked the oil lately?
 
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Old 09-20-2009, 05:13 PM
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I am having the same exact problem is there a easy way to fix this problem and if not how much will a shop charge to fix a ac clutch
 
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