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1996 Mercedes-Benz C220

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abraham, Burlington, KY, March 19, 2010, 00:05

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The Ac compressor does compress the refrigerant when ac is put on.Checked the supply at the clutch coil terminal,we get 12v dc however no change shown in the pressure gauge.Is it compressor failure? if so how to confirm if the compressor needs replacement.

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  Valleyautotech March 19, 2010, 14:55
  

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  You need to have a shop that specializes in AC repair test the system so your not changing unnecessary parts www.repairpal.com/directory
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