A/C compressor cycling on off every ten seconds

1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD
130,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ROBERT KREHBIEL
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A/C was not blowing cold air. Replaced A/C and put in approximately two and half cans of 134A after vacuuming out system. Also replaced low pressure switch on accumulator (suggested on another thread). Still cycling on/off every ten seconds but at least now blowing cooler air.
Jul 26, 2017 at 2:48 PM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

It sounds like you might need more Freon. Check you this guide to see if the system is fully charged

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

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken
Jul 28, 2017 at 11:30 AM
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