1989 Oldsmobile 98 Air Compressor Clutch

1989 OLDSMOBILE 98
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BLM1858
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hello,i have noticed a rattling sound coming from the ac compressor.when the ac clutch engages the rattling stops.my question is ..does that mean the bearing is bad and can i change out the clutch assembly without dumping the freon..
Nov 10, 2009 at 6:44 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If you only replace the clutch, you don't have to evacuate the system. However, are you sure the clutch is bad? It sounds like it is working other than a rattle. As far as the bearing, you will have to evacuate the freon to replace it. However, a bad bearing usually only makes noise when the clutch is engaged.
Apr 15, 2010 at 9:48 PM
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