swampchomp07
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- 1996
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I've noticed a few things start to go wrong with my '96 Ranger recently and since I'm not an expert at anything automotive, I thought I might try this forum and see if anyone might be able to help.
I first noticed that the a/c in my truck would get hot when going up hills or pushing the truck a little harder than normal. I figured this was nothing to worry about since it's summer in Oklahoma.
Next, I noticed that every now and then the truck had poor acceleration, most noticeably when I would take off at stoplights. It doesn't seem to always have that poor acceleration, but it's often enough to notice it and want to fix it.
Now, I still have the poor acceleration issues and my a/c is blowing slightly cooler than outside temperature and the compressor keeps clicking on and off every 5 seconds or so. Also, If I don't give it a little gas at idle, the temperature will slow climb.
Things you should know: I replaced the radiator about 2 months ago and I charged the a/c earlier in the summer and checked recently to make sure it's still at a normal level (it is).
I really appreciate any insight provided!
I first noticed that the a/c in my truck would get hot when going up hills or pushing the truck a little harder than normal. I figured this was nothing to worry about since it's summer in Oklahoma.
Next, I noticed that every now and then the truck had poor acceleration, most noticeably when I would take off at stoplights. It doesn't seem to always have that poor acceleration, but it's often enough to notice it and want to fix it.
Now, I still have the poor acceleration issues and my a/c is blowing slightly cooler than outside temperature and the compressor keeps clicking on and off every 5 seconds or so. Also, If I don't give it a little gas at idle, the temperature will slow climb.
Things you should know: I replaced the radiator about 2 months ago and I charged the a/c earlier in the summer and checked recently to make sure it's still at a normal level (it is).
I really appreciate any insight provided!