used wrong low side port while trying to recharge

1992 FORD CROWN VICTORIA

120,000 MILES

JAMES_24

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AC compressor was turning on and of so i tried to recharged it but i used the wrong low side port and let some air what could be the problem. the ac compressor and let some air out now it's not turning anymore.

Jul 2, 2012 at 1:56 PM

IMPALASS

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Check fuse #6 and #17
You may have damaged the compressor. Best thing to do is start all over. AutoZone has a vacuum pump you can purchase/take back under the tool program. I would draw a vacuum and see if it holds. Then start your normal servicing. Remember until it gets some Freon in the system it will not turn. So draw the vacuum and let it sit……if it holds then open the low side and start the servicing and after a little it may come back on. If not you may need to take it and have someone check it for you.

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Jul 2, 2012 at 3:26 PM