High-pressure Side is Too Low and Low-pressure Side is Too High
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
HIGH-PRESSURE SIDE IS TOO LOW AND LOW-PRESSURE SIDE IS TOO HIGH
| Gauge indication | Refrigerant cycle | Probable cause | Corrective action |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-pressure side is too low and low-pressure side is too high. | High- and low-pressure sides become equal soon after compressor operation stops. | Compressor pressure operation is improper. โ Damaged inside compressor packings |
Replace compressor. |
| No temperature difference between high- and low-pressure sides | Compressor pressure operation is improper. โ Damaged inside compressor packings. |
Replace compressor. |