A/C Compressor - Noise

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Article No.
92-13-16

06/17/92


AIR CONDITIONING - COMPRESSOR BELT NOISE WHICH SOUNDS LIKE COMPRESSOR FAILURE


LIGHT TRUCK:
1986-92 AEROSTAR


ISSUE:
A/C compressor noise, which sounds like a compressor failure, may be the result of a loose engine drive belt.





ACTION:
Before performing any repairs to the A/C system, verify the proper belt tension, using belt tension gauge T63L-8620-A or equivalent, as specified in section 03 of the Light Truck Service Manual.


NOTE: ADUSTMENTS ARE COVERED FOR 12 MONTHS/12,000 MILES ONLY.


OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES:
NONE
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage For 1992 Models, Basic Warranty Coverage For All Other Model Years
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
921316A Check A/C Compressor 0.2 Hr.
Belt Tension And Inspect Belt
921316B Check A/C Compressor 0.4 Hr.
Belt Tension, Inspect Belt And Replace Belt
921316C Check A/C Compressor 0.6 Hr.
Belt Tension, Inspect Belt And Replace Idler Pulley And Belt
DEALER CODING BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
8620 33
OASIS CODES:
208999, 497000, 702000, 702100