AC dosent work

**GTP GTP GTP** · 03-21-2012

I have a 2000 gtp and my ac dosent work. is their an ac button im not seeing it. or possible a recharge.

**dsmuts** · 03-21-2012

If the compressor doesn't turn on when you turn your ac on then your likely out of R-134a. Put a can of UV dye in it and you'll be able to see where it's leaking from.

**gtpeddie** · 03-21-2012

you probably need a recharge if it hasent had one in a while

**dsmuts** · 03-21-2012

Ac systems never just need a recharge. Its a sealed system and if it ever gets low its because there is a leak.

**gtpeddie** · 03-21-2012

learn somthin new everyday

**RooK** · 03-22-2012

Same thing with brakes: sealed system. If the fluid ever goes down, there is a leak. It doesn't magically evaporate or disappear.

Side story: This girl I dated didn't like using the A/C cause of all the environmental effects from freon. I tried explaining to her its a closed system... if you have it and keep using it it's less likely to leak (keeps seals soft) and never leaves the system. The cold air you feel isn't the freon being expelled into your face... She never got it. :P

**Fivefingerdeathpunch** · 03-22-2012

I agree with this man ^^^^

Have it checked out, get it vacuumed down to test for a leak.

**rennie23** · 04-02-2012

hello i am thinking of buying a
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Supercharged the person told me that there is a a/c pump. Has a whine in it and has been like it for awhile. should i pass or not otherwise the car looks too be in good shape..thanks rennie

**RooK** · 04-02-2012

If it's definitely in the A/C... a new compressor is about $200. Install it yourself and fill it up for about $50 more. It's a one day activity. Might be a bit dirty if it's an original car with typical leaky valve covers though.

**MoarkatsINmuhtrailer** · 04-02-2012

200+ and the other parts to validate the warranty. So your actually looking closer to 400.

**RooK** · 04-02-2012

Not really, 90 day warranty as is. Just checked and new one can be had for $230 here. If you want to "validate" the extended 2yr warranty, all you need is a $30 accumulator and a $5 orifice tube. Hardly $400.