This is actually a 2 part question. I have a '96 Toyota 4Runner and I've changed the air filter, got an oil change, etc. But, the air conditioner has begun to run very loud. How can I fix this problem? In addition, how much does it normally cost to get my shocks checked? I can feel every bump, crack or crevice I drive over.
2006-07-12 15:35:31 · 5 answers · asked by lookinforexcitement 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
it could be the bushing in the pulley in front of the air conditioner compressor. it could also be the idler pully (this is the one that the belt runs around that is bolted to the engine.) it doesnt connect to anything like water pump, alternator, etc. it is spring loaded and has a bushing as well and when running the a/c the tork put on it will make it grind if its going bad. push really hard down on your bumper and release. if your car comes to the top and stays there, your shocks arent bad. also, check to see if your shocks are leaking. they would look oily. thats the easiest way to tell if they are worn out. also, check your tire air pressure. if you have them filled to max limit, let a couple pounds of air out. it wont hurt the tire and will help it to roll a little smoother.
2006-07-12 15:51:01 · answer #1 · answered by kiowa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the noise for your air conditioner could be the compressor clutch bearing or a lack of lubricant inside of the system, ( usually pag or ester oil if it is a R134a system, which im sure it is for that model year ), here are some solutions, listen to the compressor clutch bearing each time the a/c system cycles. ( the clutch will engage and disengage) if the noise is occuring when when the compressor clutch is disengaged, and stops when it is engaged, it is the clutch bearing. The clutch assembly will have to be replaced because the bearing is part of the assembly. a special tool is needed to remove this assembly.
The other thing is if the compressor sounds like it has a knocking sound on the inside when the clutch is engaged, it may need a 2 or 3 oz oil charge, which this can be purchased from a auto parts store and you can put it in yourself. VERY IMPORTANT !!.......ONLY put the oil in on the LOW side port which is found in the line near the accumulator or on the accumulator itself. do this with the a/c system on, and listen to the compressor after you put it in, it should become quieter then.
Now about your shocks, I do not know how much it costs to have them checked, but if your vehicle has high mileage on it, (over 80,000 miles) I would suggest that you have a new set installed on your vehicle.
2006-07-12 16:05:33 · answer #2 · answered by bobby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the noise is originating inside the passenger compartment, then your fan is probably the culprit. About the shocks/struts. Call a parts store and tell them what make and model truck you have and ask for the price for shocks/struts all the way around: for all four wheels. Find a mechanic who will put them on even if you buy them and ask what it will cost. Sears will run in the area of 650 bucks, including the parts, but that's a rip off price. It shouldn't cost more than two or three hundred, tops, to install them. At most, it might take forty-five minutes a wheel. Generally though, it takes about half of that time.
2006-07-12 15:43:45 · answer #3 · answered by quietwalker 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if it is comming from under the hood this could be your answer my dad had the same problem he has power stearing and it was pushing a steel hose agenst the houseing of the fan blade the houseing was hitting the fan makeing a buzzing noise i would take it to the dealer ship to see what is makeing that noise. i don't know about the shocks
2006-07-12 16:30:31 · answer #4 · answered by twgoetze 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
condensation out of your A/C operating and then turning off, even as warm outdoors. This motives the stale musty scent. The ducts are cooler than the temp outdoors. once you've any water leakage everywhere, that ought to describe it too!
2016-12-01 04:30:56 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋