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Noise or Vibration When AC Compressor is On on Kia Amanti

Problem Description and Possible Solution

A defective AC compressor clutch assembly can cause excessive noise or vibration when the air conditioning is on. Improved parts are available. Replacing the faulty clutch assembly does not necessitate replacement of the complete AC compressor or evacuation and recharging of the air conditioning system.

Problem Data

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Average mileage: 124,763 (71,000–167,800)

6 model years affected: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, more

25 people reported this problem

Comments

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2006 Kia Amanti 134,679 mi,

Visitor

Dont get me wrong but the does get cold ..the proablem is noisey and seems to me like my car drinks 10 times faster the gas with it

2004 Kia Amanti 75,000 mi,

Visitor

the a/c has been making noise for years now . . . junky car!

2005 Kia Amanti 96,000 mi,

Visitor

Diagnosed by the KIA dealer. AC still pumping out plenty of cold air.

2005 Kia Amanti 166,921 mi,

Visitor

Vibration and noise when compressor is engaged upon start up in the morning

2005 Kia Amanti 152,000 mi,

Visitor

Ac clutch noise and vibration. It has gone out completely. Car has been maintained well. This stinks

2005 Kia Amanti 167,800 mi,

Visitor

water pump and housing fell off completely. Now air conditioner is on the fritz and so is the power steering.
Are these common issues for this amanti

2008 Kia Amanti 98,766 mi,

Visitor

A/C on and Sound like was the Cluch

2005 Kia Amanti 120,000 mi,

Visitor

noisy ac clutch

2005 Kia Amanti 71,000 mi,

I was told my a/c compressor is bad $900 to fix!