Freon first!
Several (Minor?) Problems
Hello everyone, I've recently joined the forums 10 minutes ago so a big greeting to all the veterans! Anyways.. I have previously been meaning to get into cars much and what better time than when my car gets messed up a bit?
1st problem - My AC seems to be functioning, but rather under full capacity. Not sure if it is the fan, the air compressor, or the actual Freon levels, (not 100% sure what I'm talking about - very new to cars, at the moment), but when I set the temperature all the way to cool it is still quite warm, I would estimate about 80ish or so degrees and it gets hotter when turning to the warmer side, so the knob works at least to an extent. Any solutions? Also i have a few pictures of inside my hood that might help, as I don't know the parts or much about cars as mentioned, any car experts' advice is welcomed and appreciated.
General Picture of my engine bay: Picture #1
A close up of a discharge or a possible leak: Picture #2 (Could anybody tell me what this wire/valve is for? Could this be a link to the AC and its problem?
The windshield fluid was open like this when I popped the hood earlier, could this be the issue with the AC? And how much should I top it off? Picture #3
Additionally my rear differential has been making noise when turning, some say it's from the power steering, some say the fluid or "Slip" so I was wondering if this will fix it: GM Limited-Slip "Posi" Additive - On another forum it said adding this additive should reduce the noise and lubricate it (not sure what exactly) to resolve the issue.
Lastly I had an encounter with my garage a week ago and managed to scrape it :cuss: but the damage does not seem to be that bad and I was planning on repairing it myself. I figure it's only a paint issue and under research have concluded I need a primer, base coat, and clear coat. Picture #4
I understand multiple aspects of my post have been already answered and I have looked at a few threads concerning my problems, but I have not found specific solutions or similar issues like mine so any information and extra advice will be regarded and thanks to all who take the time to respond!
1st problem - My AC seems to be functioning, but rather under full capacity. Not sure if it is the fan, the air compressor, or the actual Freon levels, (not 100% sure what I'm talking about - very new to cars, at the moment), but when I set the temperature all the way to cool it is still quite warm, I would estimate about 80ish or so degrees and it gets hotter when turning to the warmer side, so the knob works at least to an extent. Any solutions? Also i have a few pictures of inside my hood that might help, as I don't know the parts or much about cars as mentioned, any car experts' advice is welcomed and appreciated.
General Picture of my engine bay: Picture #1
A close up of a discharge or a possible leak: Picture #2 (Could anybody tell me what this wire/valve is for? Could this be a link to the AC and its problem?
The windshield fluid was open like this when I popped the hood earlier, could this be the issue with the AC? And how much should I top it off? Picture #3
Additionally my rear differential has been making noise when turning, some say it's from the power steering, some say the fluid or "Slip" so I was wondering if this will fix it: GM Limited-Slip "Posi" Additive - On another forum it said adding this additive should reduce the noise and lubricate it (not sure what exactly) to resolve the issue.
Lastly I had an encounter with my garage a week ago and managed to scrape it :cuss: but the damage does not seem to be that bad and I was planning on repairing it myself. I figure it's only a paint issue and under research have concluded I need a primer, base coat, and clear coat. Picture #4
I understand multiple aspects of my post have been already answered and I have looked at a few threads concerning my problems, but I have not found specific solutions or similar issues like mine so any information and extra advice will be regarded and thanks to all who take the time to respond!
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