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Has anyone actually had intermittent A/C due to 'compressor overheat switch?' 850 1995

posted by  someone claiming to be NvrLose on  Tue May 24 14:02 CST 2005 [RELATED]

Well, my wife is considering getting rid of this car just because of this problem so I hope we all find an answer! I had the evap replaced 2 summers ago at a cost of well over $1k and she still doesn't think it works well. After the first real hot day in north florida today, she described the exact symptoms being discussed. Couple of quick questions...

1. Any risk bypassing the overheat switch?
2. What does it look like (overheat switch, I tried looking for it and see what appears to be a fuse, a detailed description would be greatly appreciated!

We set a record on dash lights (5!), so I'm finally fixing everything.

Here's the list:
1. Replacing alternator (battery dying, only 13V at battery while running with minimized load.

2. ABS control module. Pulled it off tonight, will be sending out for repair

3. Loosing coolant. Had visible buildup at first connector behind resevoir, clean, trimmed hose, waiting to see if loss continues.

4. Check engine light. Codes a plenty! ( 0172 , and cylinder misfire codes ) Will be inspecting vacuum lines, cleaned MAF, ordered tune up supplies and will install next week. Reset codes and hope for the best!

5. Will check AC clutch gap and adjust if out of tolerance.

6. Mushy brakes, need to bleed, any recommendations? (new rotors/pads <6 months)

7. Any other suggestions?

Thanks in advance!






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