Iced Lines by the AC Compressor

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  1. TwoPriusInTenn

    TwoPriusInTenn Member

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    Greetings,

    2008 - 279,000

    Recently replaced the AC evaporator and had refrigerant and compressor oil added to the system. After running the AC for awhile I noticed ice on the lines by the compressor in the engine compartment. AC is now blowing cool air, but not cold air.

    Bad compressor?
     
    #1 TwoPriusInTenn, Jun 27, 2025 at 7:47 AM
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    Frozen gas don't move or flow correctly . Is it full lo side 37 to 40 psi running?
     
    #2 Tombukt2, Jun 27, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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    Currenly defrosting. Mechanic checked psi and said system was running finne when they added refrigerant and compressor oil. I do not have my gauges with me to xheck psi.
     
    #3 TwoPriusInTenn, Jun 27, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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    Ts of moisture in system this is what vacuuming eliminates . Why it's done . Might need receiver desiccant replaced if you live with AC on for years .
     
    #4 Tombukt2, Jun 27, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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