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I dont know if its a problem or not. But lately every time I turn the AC on it makes this high pitch whining noise. The noise gets louder when I accelerate. Anyone know what this is? Is it a problem?


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You might have the "moose". Do a search on it in the problems forum.


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Uh, doesn't sound like the moose. The moose makes an appearance at startup idle. The moose doesn't have anything to do with the A/C. Trust me, he showed up in the middle of the winter for me.

But your A/C? I would get it checked out as soon as possible. If it is whining there is probably something wrong with it, but I don't know what.


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I dont know if its a problem or not. But lately every time I turn the AC on it makes this high pitch whining noise. The noise gets louder when I accelerate. Anyone know what this is? Is it a problem?
I get this on occasion too. Under load (acceleration, slight uphill etc), I hear a high pitched whine. It isn't too loud though. I honestly don't pay too much attention to it. I've had it on & off for the last ~15 k or so.

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Rad fans are a possibility, although I don't see how acceleration would affect noise. Speed might, due to air flow on blades from car movement. Cause could be either bearing or air flow whistle.

Pulling fan hi-speed relay (r2 - black, engine fuse box) for a short test would confirm/eliminate this source. Perform test from cold start, a/c off, relay out. Start, run, a/c on, listen, a/c off, end test, ignition off, restore relay.

If your car is still under warranty you might want to get it checked at dealer in case it's compressor related.


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Thanks guys. Looks like its time for a trip to the dealer. mad


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I've had something that sounds a lot like this for ages and ages...not quite the moose, but similar. Usually happens when I start the car and turn the a/c on right away, and also sometimes when I start the car when it's still hot.

I've always assumed it was the auxilliary fan kicking in. Maybe I should get mine checked!


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