should I add Freon?

2002 GMC SAFARI
110,000 MILES
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PURORAMS
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my ac is blowing hot air. I am getting a high pressure reading over 80 psi with car off and car running.
Jul 21, 2012 at 6:39 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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should be enough to turn on the compressor. it sounds like you have another issue. i would not add at this time till you find out why the compressor is not turning on

Roy
Jul 21, 2012 at 6:41 PM
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It is a low pressure reading of over 80. sorry about the bad info
Jul 21, 2012 at 6:46 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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its ok, it is stil enough to kick on the compressor.

Roy
Jul 21, 2012 at 6:48 PM
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I will get it checked, Thanks for your help
Jul 21, 2012 at 6:50 PM
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one post is enough as we all see the posts.

Roy
Jul 21, 2012 at 6:51 PM
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CADIEMAN
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you cant do any pressure readings till u get the compressor clutch to engage.turn on the a/c use a test light and check if your getting power to the a/c clutch its a 2 wire connecter on the front of the compressor.start here.
Jul 21, 2012 at 7:15 PM