Possible overfilled Freon?

2004 HONDA ACCORD
180,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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MAMALOCA
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I just added Freon i put it to go between the 20 and 40 mark in the green spot of the gauge. That day it worked fine but the next day i was getting ready to leave and it was hot so i turned on the A/C and it throws out cold air but then it started smoking from my engine. i turned the car off and it stopped smoking i looked under the hood can't tell where the smoke was coming from. I looked underneath the car and it was leaking but i don't know from where and it's a clear liquid. and so now when i turn on the A/C it smokes from my engine and i have some leaking that shows in the driveway but i don't know where it's coming from. Did i overfill the Freon? or is it something else?
May 2, 2021 at 11:45 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

It sounds like the compressor is locking up. Yes, it could be from the added Freon.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-air-conditioner-compressor

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-squeaking-noise

You need a real set of gauges to measure the high and low sides of the system to see what the exact pressures are running at. You can get a set a harbor freight or rent a set at a parts store.

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

Also, check the belt to be sure it is tight. If it is loose, it will cause this as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-serpentine-belt-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/serpentine-belt-tensioner-replacement

Roy
May 3, 2021 at 4:02 AM
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