Just a bit of click bait there. It is the second failure of an AC compressor in this vehicle with second compressor lasting around 130K before dying. The first on died around 64K and Honda picked up the tab. This one gave up its ghost this past weekend going out with a scream and a little pop. Was providing nice cold air up to the point of failure. I did the check swapping the relays around to no avail. Not having the tools to properly evacuate and recharge the system, I sent it over to a local mechanic who specializes on Honda's. He said it will be done by Tuesday and is giving me a 3yr parts/labor warranty on the repair. Due to the age he will be changing all the seals, evaporator, condenser and other wear items in the system. If the compressor came apart vs locked up, I am looking at a bit more time to flush the debris out of the lines, hence the Tuesday completion. If no shrapnel, she should be ready to go after work today....
I am a bit sad I can't handle this myself, but after seeing where that compressor is buried... I'm not that sad.
I am a bit sad I can't handle this myself, but after seeing where that compressor is buried... I'm not that sad.