2005 Dodge Caravan A/C not working

2005 DODGE CARAVAN
120,000 MILES
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OMEGADOG
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My 2005 Dodge Caravan A/C is not cooling I put some refrigerant in with no results. There's a clicking sound off and on coming from the unit. The fan is blowing hot air. Need some advice on solving this problem.
Jun 27, 2013 at 9:14 AM
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SEANGRANT00
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If you put too much refrigerant in the system it will shut itself off. Watch the compressor and the clutch. After you turn on the A/C, watch to see if the clutch continues to spin or shuts back off. This is the click you are hearing.
Jun 27, 2013 at 9:16 AM
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OMEGADOG
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Are you saying I put too much refrigerant in, if so, will that keep the system from cooling? I believe the compressor is turning, but the system isn't cooling. What do I need to do?
Jun 27, 2013 at 10:46 AM
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SEANGRANT00
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Yes, overcharging a system can cause it not to work. You can check a couple other things too that could cause this.

Check the expansion valve, fuses for the A/C, leaks anywhere on the lines or A/C system, clogged condenser.
Jun 27, 2013 at 11:14 AM
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OMEGADOG
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Where is the expansion valve located? I would think the fuses are ok, since the fan is working and the A/C will come on, i'll check all the suggestions you mentioned.
Jun 27, 2013 at 11:23 AM
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OMEGADOG
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Thanks you have been a great help in diagnosing my problem.

Goodbye,
Omegadog
Jun 27, 2013 at 11:44 AM
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SEANGRANT00
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Your very welcome.

Sean
Jun 27, 2013 at 12:57 PM
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