How do I make my a/c cool normally without affecting the engine?

1997 TOYOTA RAV4
130,000 MILES
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ONYEMA
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My a/c stopped normal cooling, it cools only in the mornings or evenings and that has stopped for the worse. Whenever I put it on the engine rev and temp increase and it does not cool.
Oct 25, 2011 at 12:28 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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This sounds like the compressor has gone out or the system is low on charge or a fuse is bad, these videos and guides can help us fix the problem with diagrams below to show you how on your car. I have included (below) the air conditioner wiring diagrams as well so you can see how the system works.

https://youtu.be/4UjfQKvrB6Y not working

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https://youtu.be/uZrQCGwXfek recharge

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https://youtu.be/yrhWKlQEPWw leak detection

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https://youtu.be/4EqdrBVb0sY vacuum and recharge

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https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-air-conditioner-not-working-or-is-weak

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.
Apr 13, 2021 at 10:23 AM
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ONYEMA
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Just how much gas is then needed for the RAV4 spec?
Apr 13, 2021 at 10:23 AM
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Total charge weight is 1.53 Lbs (0.7Kg)of R-134a Refrigerant.
Apr 13, 2021 at 10:23 AM