Went to get the A/C checked the other day since the weather here in Florida is reaching triple digits and the Delica is still warm with the air on full. The shop told me that the condenser is leaking and the compressor might need to be replaced as well. If anyone knows what the North American equivalent for these two items are then i can get my hands dirty replacing them.
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A/C Compressor replacement
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rhdpanda
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Journeyman
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Re: A/C Compressor replacement
I would suggest getting a second opinion on the leak just to be sure. Also be aware that replacement compressors are available but expensive ($300-$500), so to replace your compressor just because it "possibly may be bad" would be silly. If your condensor is actually leaking, replace it, if it holds pressure charge the system and see if it works. If you need a compressor there are many local (B.C. based) suppliers that can ship one down to you if it can't be rebuilt locally.
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thelazybrownfox
Re: A/C Compressor replacement
Panda
If your condenser or compressor are leaking, your system will have no charge, an oil stain will be visible or felt with your hands and your compressor will not engage. Lots of other electrical problems exist also. Find a troubleshooter who can identify the (real) problem first. This may save you money and time too.
Wayne
If your condenser or compressor are leaking, your system will have no charge, an oil stain will be visible or felt with your hands and your compressor will not engage. Lots of other electrical problems exist also. Find a troubleshooter who can identify the (real) problem first. This may save you money and time too.
Wayne
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Re: A/C Compressor replacement
My A/C was not working, here is what I did to trouble shoot the problem:
1) Check the fuses (behind the glove box; box needs to be removed). My main A/C fan fuse was blown. Another topic shows fuses and relays.
2) After replacing fuse, still no cool air; I could see the the compressor was not engaging nor were the fans turning on. Manually tested fans and compressor clutch by bypassing relays; they all worked.
3) Tested relay coils with OHM meter; all good.
4) Suspected low system pressure was cutting out A/C system; Decided to get the $50 recharge kit and $25 sealant from Can Tire; used kit, pressure was low, after first can of refrigerant; system was functioning; injected sealant and second can of refrigerant and all is COOL!
1) Check the fuses (behind the glove box; box needs to be removed). My main A/C fan fuse was blown. Another topic shows fuses and relays.
2) After replacing fuse, still no cool air; I could see the the compressor was not engaging nor were the fans turning on. Manually tested fans and compressor clutch by bypassing relays; they all worked.
3) Tested relay coils with OHM meter; all good.
4) Suspected low system pressure was cutting out A/C system; Decided to get the $50 recharge kit and $25 sealant from Can Tire; used kit, pressure was low, after first can of refrigerant; system was functioning; injected sealant and second can of refrigerant and all is COOL!