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Re: 1996 Plymouth Voyager AC Compressor [ally10169]
by badgerfan
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Sep 12, 2006 (5:10 am)
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Replying to: ally10169 (Sep 11, 2006 1:06 pm)
Yes, most of the time you can get by without a working AC compressor. The only time you could have problems as a result of a bad compressor is if the electric clutch or bearings in the compressor pulley drive system failed, then the serpentine belt might have issues as this pulley is rotating all the time the engine is running, whether the Air conditioner clutch is engaged or not.
The squeek during engine acceleration could possibly be a result of problems in the compressor clutch/bearings, however, as this could indicate a slipping serpentine belt. There can be multiple sources of serpentine belt squeel, however. I would get a second opinion about this before going to the expense of replacing your compressor, if you really can live without AC.
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Re: Oil Light comes on [wandafun]
by saymama
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Sep 16, 2006 (6:25 am)
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Replying to: wandafun (Jul 19, 2005 4:49 pm)
i realize some time has passed since you posted this, but my van is doing the same thing, oil light with warning bell comes on when i brake. Can you please tell me what the solution to the problem is? thanks
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Re: Oil Light comes on [saymama]
by shipo
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Sep 16, 2006 (6:39 am)
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Replying to: saymama (Sep 16, 2006 6:25 am)
Check your dipstick, I suspect that you don't have enough oil in your engine. When you brake the oil sloshes forward inside the oil pan and uncovers the oil pickup allowing it to suck in air. When that happens you will have an instant oil light.
Best Regards,
Shipo
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Re: Oil Light comes on [shipo]
by saymama
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Sep 16, 2006 (7:37 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Sep 16, 2006 6:39 am)
not only did I check the oil level, but i also brought it back in to the shop where I just had it changed and they checked it as well. Everything checks out fine. There is no leak. Somone suggested perhaps the oil sensor needs to be changed.
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Oil light coming on
by jnovice
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Sep 16, 2006 (10:37 am)
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I had the same problem. I tried many fixes, including changing the oil pickup, changing the oil viscosity, changing the connector that connected the sensor and changing the oil sensor. I changed the sensor twice and the second change, I changed the connector as well as the sensor. It worked the second time.
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Re: 1996 Plymouth Voyager AC Compressor [ally10169]
by stashshel
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Sep 18, 2006 (9:52 am)
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Replying to: ally10169 (Sep 11, 2006 1:06 pm)
hi! from what my mechanic has explained to me is you will need to have this compressor replaced and reason being is that it controls your defroster. Mine is shot to and is being replaced. But since owning my car I've put thousands of dollars into it for repairs. my brake caliper on the passenger front is seizing. this is the 3rd time I've had this addressed. my van eats through brakes as it was explained to me that the rotors are too small for the van because it takes more force to stop the van. I've gotten brakes on this van about every 16 months. I've only owned it for 4 years.  I will have it paid off by next september and trust you/me, I'm not getting another chrysler/dodge product. the only positive thing I can say is that I've never leaked oil.
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Re: Has anyone had electrical problems?.... [mikezak]
by stashshel
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Sep 18, 2006 (9:56 am)
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Replying to: mikezak (Dec 23, 2000 8:32 pm)
that's really odd. my odomitor/instrument panel (which is electric) totally went dead. I couldn't tell how fast I was going, nothing. I was told that there is a sensor that would need to be replaced and is rather expensive because of where it's located. 
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Re: 1996 Plymouth Voyager AC Compressor [stashshel]
by badgerfan
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Sep 18, 2006 (10:28 am)
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Replying to: stashshel (Sep 18, 2006 9:52 am)
We had a 1996 Dodge Caravan and did't have to do anything to the brakes until well past 65,000 miles, then finally replaced front brakes and discs. Sold it at 89,000 miles and bought a new GC SE. Rear drums were still original when we sold it! Obviously something is going on in your front brakes that has not been properly diagnosed, like perhaps a caliper that is locking up and not fully releasing, causing premature repeated brake failure.
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Re: 1996 Plymouth Voyager AC Compressor [badgerfan]
by mikew58
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Sep 18, 2006 (1:36 pm)
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Replying to: badgerfan (Sep 18, 2006 10:28 am)
I agree, you have an undiagnosed problem with your brakes. I have enough problems with my 2001 GC but brakes have not been one of them. I just replaced all four when it hit 85,000 miles. They still had a few miles left in them then.
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Re: 1996 Plymouth Voyager AC Compressor [stashshel]
by 97xpresso
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Sep 21, 2006 (1:13 am)
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Replying to: stashshel (Sep 18, 2006 9:52 am)
Yes the compressor is used in the "defrost" mode to clear your windshield quicker. That said, if your compressor is not binding or seized, you do not need to replace it if you can live without AC. Cars had "defrosters" for decades before they became AC equipted.
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