Empty compressor

[ryszard]

Hi,is it ok to use the a/c pump without refrigerant if not switching on the a/c.Due to my compressor bearings seizing up I had it degassed today ready to take off the compressor,having problem undoing two of the 10mm bolts holding it on,if they round off then may just leave it on,being my second car could live without a/c.No point in filling it up again if I can't use it.Mean while will start hunting for a compressor in case I can get the old one off.Regards Ry....

[vitesse]

Originally Posted by ryszard

Hi,is it ok to use the a/c pump without refrigerant if not switching on the a/c.Due to my compressor bearings seizing up I had it degassed today ready to take off the compressor,having problem undoing two of the 10mm bolts holding it on,if they round off then may just leave it on,being my second car could live without a/c.No point in filling it up again if I can't use it.Mean while will start hunting for a compressor in case I can get the old one off.Regards Ry....

Sorry can't advise on a/c pump other than if its dead then ... but I did my compressor yesterday so it's still fresh in my memory including the bolts only one of which I could initially see. But, found after looking at the workshop manual about five time, that with the right engine mount removed I could raise and lower the engine and gain access to all three bolts. Believe me it's worth the time it takes.

Regards

[SD1too]

Originally Posted by ryszard

... is it ok to use the a/c pump without refrigerant if not switching on the a/c ... I had it degassed today ...

Hello Ry,

As there's no refrigerant pressure your compressor will not engage whatever buttons you press!

I hope that answers your question.

Simon