1994 Other Mercedes Benz Models compressor stops

1994 MERCEDES BENZ
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BOBNORMA
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Air Conditioning problem
1994 Other Mercedes Benz Models 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 157K miles
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Hello, I have a 199 E320, 6cyl, Gas,
The problem is that the compressor stop after a minute or less, I added an oil shot, then leak detector/sealer no luck, but here is the odd thing, with the low side pressure down to about 15lbs, the compressor runs, but of course no cold air, if I add 134a eventually the compressor will start to squeak/squeal and then shut back off. If I start the car with the A/C switch on the compressor will run but I have to race the engine till the squealing stops (about 35K rpm) then I can add the 134a till the pressure is correct and no air bubbles but as soon as I let off the Gas the compressor will give a quick squeal and then shut off.

any help would be appreciated.

Thanks!
Sep 1, 2008 at 8:45 PM
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GFIMOTORCARS
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Sounds like you have a failed compressor bearing. This is what is causing the squeal but aparently with a little more force it can get moving again. This will require replacing the AC compressor as there are no rebuilds that can be performed on this unit.
Mar 9, 2009 at 1:01 PM