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Old 11-13-2006, 10:01 AM   #1
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Default 98 Mustang AC Compressor

My 1998 Mustang AC compressor stopped coming on a few days ago. I hooked a gauge to the lowpressure port and the freon level looks good. I turn on the AC and warm air blows (compressor fails to kick in).

I took it to a mechanic who shorted the compressor to the battery using some sort of tester. He was able to force the compressor to come on when he pressed a button on the tester.

He told me the compressor and all the AC parts had to be replaced and would cost me over $700.00!

I have a feeling this is a ripoff so thought I'd post this here to get everyone's opinion.

Thanks!
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Old 11-14-2006, 09:13 AM   #2
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Default Re: 98 Mustang AC Compressor

Update: after doing some research I believe the problem "might" be the WAC relay on the CCR module. I've read many threads at different sites talking about the solder joints breaking on the CCR board and/or the WAC relay going bad resulting in no power getting to the AC compressor clutch. Now I have to figure out how to get to the module (on 98 Mustang is located inside the front passenger side wheelwell... difficult to get to.
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Old 06-22-2009, 07:22 PM   #3
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Default Re: 98 Mustang AC Compressor

If you're sure the system has a charge I'd change the low pressure switch. Its located on towards the top of the receiver/ dryer bottle. Fairly cheap and easy to change. My E-mail is superiorauto1@bellsouth.net.
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