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Tiny
STEVE FORBIS
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  • 2002 FORD ESCAPE
  • 3.0L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 210,000 MILES
Great air conditioning until I shut off the vehicle. Start it back up and it blows hot air. Could a bad thermostat cause air conditioning problem? I also lose a small amount of coolant through the overflow. I let it sit a while and it is cold again.
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Friday, July 21st, 2017 AT 1:17 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like the classic compressor clutch coil that is shorting out when hot. Here is a couple guides that will show you what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-air-conditioner-compressor

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/re-charge-an-air-conditioner-system

These diagrams (below) will help you get the problem fixed on your car.

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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