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Problems with the AC/heater

Tiny
CFOLLOWILL22
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  • 2005 FORD
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 255,034 MILES
Whenever I turn my AC or heater on it makes my car cut out and start to shake. Do you know what could be wrong with it?
Tuesday, May 30th, 2017 AT 2:15 PM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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Could be a bad AC compressor if it does it when the AC or defrost is on. It is also possible that there is a shorted wire on the electrical side that draws enough current that the voltage drops. The AC compressor could be tested easier, just unplug the connector that turns the clutch on. If the issue stops it's a bad compressor.

Without knowing what the actual model and engine is that is about all I can tell you. Please give that information and we can try a few other tests.
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Wednesday, May 31st, 2017 AT 4:19 AM
Tiny
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I am going to see if I can find that information and I will let you know.
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Wednesday, May 31st, 2017 AT 1:45 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Here is a guide on how to replace the compressor

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

Please let us know what happens, we are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken
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Saturday, June 3rd, 2017 AT 12:05 PM

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