Filobedo Posted May 6, 2005 Share Posted May 6, 2005 I am currently disabled. And can't afford to charge my A/C right now. Is there any way to stop the "Low Refrigerant" Promt?It displays every time I start the Car. And is becoming a major pain (SOLVED!)'Update'"Just clear all the Codes & disconect the Compressor". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest F14CRAZY Posted May 6, 2005 Share Posted May 6, 2005 If my calculations are right...Use the "econ" climate mode instead of "auto." The compressor won't be turned on this way, and I think it can only bug you if it turns on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Filobedo Posted May 6, 2005 Author Share Posted May 6, 2005 It displays at start up. No matter whats on or off. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted May 6, 2005 Share Posted May 6, 2005 Well you could unplug the compressor then unplug and short the low pressure switch but I would not recommend it. (weasel words) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest C.F.Massie Posted May 6, 2005 Share Posted May 6, 2005 Clear the code and use the ECON for air from now on until you can get the A/c looked at. Clearing the codes is easy using the CRT diagnostics or you can just disconnect the battery and then reconnect. This will clear the code but you will have to reset your radio station preselects if any and personal settings you may have put in. The only other time the compressor will come on is when you use the defrost so avoid that also if you can for now. No dumb questions here on this site, just some good info that everyone here are willing to supply to fellow Reatta owners, of all auto maintenance skill levels. We love these cars and are always willing to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kennyw Posted May 6, 2005 Share Posted May 6, 2005 I use a battery dis-connect. I still get the a.c.low everytime. So the fix is to disconnect the compressor? Is this right? ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest imported_barra Posted May 7, 2005 Share Posted May 7, 2005 Two things that have come up in this forum.1) The ac system seems to be very sensitive to the amount of refrigerant it has, a pound or two lost can make a difference.2) The evaporator coil in GM cars of this era frequently corrodes and leaks. Replacing the coil is labor intensive/expensive. There is a "stop-leak" additive that will work for a while.Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greg Ross Posted May 7, 2005 Share Posted May 7, 2005 As Dr. Watson recommends!At least on '88 and probably on '89s' there's a "Heat" setting option. As long as the Codes are cleared and you leave it set on "Heat" even if "Defrost" is activated the BCM should remember the Default setting. It's only in AC mode that the compressor clutch engages and the BCM looks at the sensor inputs.A very Smart car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby Posted May 7, 2005 Share Posted May 7, 2005 The compressor might come on in the defrost mode. The A/C systems removes humidity from the air so the window clear faster. And keeps the a/c system lubricated in the winter Air conditioning is expensive to fix on these cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Filobedo Posted May 7, 2005 Author Share Posted May 7, 2005 Padgett was right! But, no short needed First clear all the Codes. Then disconect the Compressor. Works Great! Even with the A/C on. WoW! What a relief... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
padgett Posted May 7, 2005 Share Posted May 7, 2005 Just remember to remove the jumper when you have the a/c repaired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Filobedo Posted May 7, 2005 Author Share Posted May 7, 2005 I removed the Paper Clip just to see what happened.Still no Codes. So theres no need for a "Jumper".Just clear all the Codes & disconect the Compressor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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