1999 DeVille, A/C Problem

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samorris3

Discussion Starter · Apr 22, 2009

I recently tried to charge my compressor with freon (the R-134A kind I think) and it took two cans but still wouldn't blow cold. I took it Firestone, and they got it to charge, but told me that the Orifice tube is clogged, which is why it won't blow cold. The manager told me I needed to get a new one or needed to get it cleared out.

Does anybody know anything about this? Is this something I can do myself or should I take it in to the dealer? Any recommendations? Thanks!

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Ranger

· #2 · Apr 22, 2009

If the orifice tube is clogged, then it is likely clogged with debris from the compressor, which means you need a new compressor, accumulator and condenser and the rest of the system MUST be flushed.

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samorris3

Discussion Starter · #3 · Apr 22, 2009

Yikes that sounds expensive... Any suggestions for doing anything but taking it to the dealer?

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Ranger

· #4 · Apr 22, 2009

Yup, probably will be expensive IF that is in fact the problem. You could also take it to an A/C shop.

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cady97dev

· #5 · Apr 22, 2009

Hey Sam...Look up acdiscountparts.com... I am a 97 Deville and i had a A/C problem. So i bought a kit from that company and it is working great!!! The kit was $295 and it cost $300 in labor...Good luck and hope it works out for you.

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