AC compressor replacement
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AC compressor replacement
I've never worked on an AC before and want to replace the compressor. Do I need to do anything to depressurize the system (isn't the refrigerant pressurized?)? Do I need any special equipment for this replacement? I have been having trouble searching the forum for answers to a question, so I wonder if anyone knows of any threads about this on here if they could link it. Thanks.
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First of all welcome aboard.
Teh term pressurized is misleading. The system has refrigerant in it that will be at a given pressure at a given temperature. To PROPERLY replace, you need to recover the refrigerant, replace compressor, then evacualte the system. In other words, it is NOT a do-it-yourself job!!
Why do you need to replace compressor? Not working? YOu need to check the charge of refrigerant and any electrical issues before condeming the compressor.
Take it to a local shop and have them do it. Besides doing it illegally by doing it yourself, they can give you a warranty and have all the tools ($1000's worth)
Teh term pressurized is misleading. The system has refrigerant in it that will be at a given pressure at a given temperature. To PROPERLY replace, you need to recover the refrigerant, replace compressor, then evacualte the system. In other words, it is NOT a do-it-yourself job!!
Why do you need to replace compressor? Not working? YOu need to check the charge of refrigerant and any electrical issues before condeming the compressor.
Take it to a local shop and have them do it. Besides doing it illegally by doing it yourself, they can give you a warranty and have all the tools ($1000's worth)
