In a message dated 98-07-20 20:43:18 EDT, MrVital@AOL.COM writes: << I know virtually nothing about the particulars of VW A/C. Can anyone tell me (hopefully this evening) whether I can safely/confidently have the system recharged at my local Wal-mart? Or is this a job for VW specialists? Right now, the fan switch seems to operate just fine and the fuse is good. I can hear the compressor kick on when I turn the thermostat. >> IF the compressor kicks on without a recharge, that is a GOOD sign, that mean that the pressure in the system has not dropped below the tollerance of the "low pressure" tollerance switch. Good. Wal-mart (Hell-mart) would not be my choice to work on a lawn tractor, but their hired-off-the-street-last-Wednesday pros may be able to recharge your system without long-term damage. After three glasses of wine, I say "go for it." Let us know how it goes. gmbulley cary, nc |
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