AC compressor noise

[jbjslambert]

compressor making little growling noise when engaged. low on oil or freon? or compressor on the way out? thanks, joe

[HotZ28]

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[jbjslambert]

oops sorry, thought that it wasnt that important on this issue due to all cars having a compressor. it 1997 lesabre 130,000. thanks joe

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by jbjslambert

compressor making little growling noise when engaged. low on oil or freon? or compressor on the way out? thanks, joe

check the pressures first then remove the belt and check the pulley bearing...it is possible and common of a problem..check belt and idler...

I have seen low refrigerent, low oil, belts, pulleys,and bearings cause nosies..

growling noise is usually the compressor pulley bearing..