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Ok all,

I have a 2000 Hyundai Tiburon w/ 156k miles on it.

Just got this car over the summer.  Previous owner said AC didn't work - so I didn't try it.  It's just my beater car anyway.

Since my last fill up, it's been a little cold, so I've been running the heater.  No problems there either - runs you out of the car it's so hot !!

Here's the issue, I noticed that no matter which position the vent is in (defrost, feet, etc.) the light on the AC button comes on.  Furthermore, when I turn the blower on, it acts just like it should IF I turned on the AC - headlights dim, engine bogs down but only for a second or 2.

The BIG difference I noticed is the gas mileage DROPPED from 30 to 25mpg !!!

I'm thinking about pulling the AC fuse (since it doesn't work anyway - out of R22).  

Anyone have any better ideas??

Thanks !  

is the clutch on the compressor engauged

Nick
ASE Master Auto Technician, L1  
ASE Master Auto Technician, L1, ASE Certified Service Consultant, ASE Certified Parts Specialist, Chrysler Certified Service Manager/Technician