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I have 2 questions: 1.why does my ac cycle on when the ac button is turned off? 2: replaced my compressor last summer due to old one squealing. First replaced the belt but didn’t fix it then replaced the compressor with a rebuilt model. Still squeeling. I replace the belt from time to time and the issue goes away for a day or two but eventually squeeling returns and gets worse by the week. The last time I replaced it I purchased a belt directly from the dealer ($40 vs $15-$20 and it was a bit thicker than after market ones, the issue was better but lasted only a week or so then right back to the same Squeeling again. Is it possible that the ribs on the pully are too deep and the belt doesn’t get enough traction so it slips? Squeeling happens when I start the car up fo a moment with the fan **** turned off (should just idle and turn freely since compressor not engaged at all). Will also squeeling when slowing down in traffic or accelerating from stand still or slow turn then acceleration. I turn the **** off to keep it from squeeling during these moments while driving.
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It sounds like you don't have the belt tight enough. Loosen the lower alternator mounting bolt and then use the wingnut to tighten the belt. Remember to tighten up the alternator bolt afterwards.
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I have 2 questions: 1.why does my ac cycle on when the ac button is turned off? 2: replaced my compressor last summer due to old one squealing. First replaced the belt but didn’t fix it then replaced the compressor with a rebuilt model. Still squeeling. I replace the belt from time to time and the issue goes away for a day or two but eventually squeeling returns and gets worse by the week. The last time I replaced it I purchased a belt directly from the dealer ($40 vs $15-$20 and it was a bit thicker than after market ones, the issue was better but lasted only a week or so then right back to the same Squeeling again. Is it possible that the ribs on the pully are too deep and the belt doesn’t get enough traction so it slips? Squeeling happens when I start the car up fo a moment with the fan **** turned off (should just idle and turn freely since compressor not engaged at all). Will also squeeling when slowing down in traffic or accelerating from stand still or slow turn then acceleration. I turn the **** off to keep it from squeeling during these moments while driving.
Belt is not tight enough.
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