2002 Other Chevrolet Models AC shuts my car off

2002 CHEVROLET
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TRUBIO77
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I have a 2002 Chevy Prizm. Everytime I turn on my AC, my vehicle shuts off. This problem does not happen when I turn on the heater. What seems to be the problem and about how much to fix - can I fix this myself
Nov 3, 2008 at 6:59 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Sounds like the compressor is locked up. Remove belt and see if pulley will turn with AC on (ign. on, turn by hand), don't start engine.

If not the compressor will have to be replaced.

Does the belt squeal when AC is on?
Feb 3, 2009 at 12:22 PM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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i totaly agree. the compressor is seized.
Feb 3, 2009 at 12:26 PM
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