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Noise Description

Source

Solution Recommendation Check

Moan (occurs at a specific RPM, less than other speeds)

Compressor
    • Groundouts
    • Loose Brackets Bolts
    • Exhaust System Ground
    • Low Belt Tension
    • Comp. Torq. cushion (TATC) on HT6 Only
    • Softer Hose Material

Growl (Idle)

Compressor

Groundouts On All A/C Lines and Components

Growl (All Speeds)

Compressor

All Line Clamps and Anchor Points (Remove and Check)

Chatter (Idle)

Compressor

System Refrig. Charge and Oil (Add 1/2# R134A and 3 oz. PAG Oil, Check Effect

Whine (All Speeds) or Grind
  1. Compressor
  2. P/S Pump
  3. Generator
    • Pulley Brg. with A/C On and Off
    • Interference at All Rotating Points of Pulley (Check with Belt On and Off)

Squeal (All Speeds)
  1. Compressor
  2. P/S Pump
  3. Generator
    • Belt Alignment
    • Tensioner Torque
    • Belt Condition (Edge Wear for Rubbing)

Hiss, Gurgle or Percolation
  1. Orifice Tube
  2. TXV (Thermal Expansion Valve)

Occurs at A/C Shut Down (Normal Condition, Noise Subsides After Short Time Period)

Chirp or Thump

Compressor Clutch

Occurs When A/C Cycles on (compressor Clutch Engages or Disengages) - Apply Anti-Seize Compound to Clutch Face (Very Light Coat of Moly Kote or Permatex 2000)

Knock

Compressor
    • Loose Bracket Bolts
    • Belt Tensioner

Blower Noise

A constant air rush noise is typical of high speed blower operation. Some systems and modes are more noisy than other systems. If possible, verify the noise using a similar vehicle in order to determine if the noise is typical or excessive.

Vibration/Rattle

Important: Feel the lines, the hoses, and the brackets during the diagnosis. Many noises stop when you contact the component.

Potential causes include the following conditions:

    • The belt is not in proper alignment in the pulley groove.
    • The belt tensioner is faulty.
    • The lines or the hoses are in contact with each other.
    • The brackets are loose.
    • Other drive components are faulty.

Moans

Potential causes include the following conditions:

    • The A/C charge is not proper.
    • Other drive components are faulty.
    • A bracket is loose or is not in proper alignment.
    • The lines or the hoses are in contact with each other.
    • The heater hoses are not correctly routed.

Screech

Potential causes include the following conditions:

    • The belt is serpentine.
    • The compressor bearings are faulty.
    • The compressor clutch is faulty.