Is it possible to see an a/c compressor clutch to engage, but still be bad?

Question

I took my acura to a shop, to get the a/c converted. Then it turned out that the refrigerant was not holding, and that it was because of the compressor was bad, that it had a leak within the compressor itself. Is that possible?

Answer 1

Yes.. the clutch engageing or not engageing is electrical,controlled by a temperature switch....

a compressor that is leaking refridgerant would be a bad compressor, clutch could still be good...

Answer 2

yes they get burned

Answer 3

Internal leaks will only affect performance.  You will not lose refrigerant.  

Answer 4

im not truly sure but i think it is possible go to maytach or somethin they realy help

Answer 5

yes the seals around the shaft could be bad....

Answer 6

Yes. The compressor has seals that keep the refrigerant in they can leak. Sorry for your trouble. Have a better day

Answer 7

get a second opinion shops love to sell compressors

Answer 8

only if it isnt lil wayne