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Sent to Car Experts July 29 2006 at 9:13 AM
   

Auto air conditioning problem.....unit will not take refrigerant,reads full. Can hear compressor cycling and was replaced last year. no visible leaks. Continues to blow hot air. Vehicle in question 1998 Dodge Dakota ext. cab, V-6, two wheel drive, 115,000 m.i..

 

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1998 Dodge Dakota V-6

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Replaced compressor, last year. Tried to refill, gauge in danger zone, says may not need refrigerant

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Status:  Closed   Value: $8
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July 29 2006 at 9:22 AM (8 minutes and 38 seconds later)
         
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The compressor has failed or you have a restriction in the system, you will need a set of manifold gages to accurately diagnose the problem.

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