Air Conditioning Question
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From: Fort Lauderdale, FL 140 & Still More Pedal
Air Conditioning Question
I have a 02 vert and the air is not coming out really ice cold. Can anyone recommend whether I should purchase the store bought can of gas w/ attached hose or invest in real A/C guages.
What should the lowside - highside read and which refrigerent do the C5's use.
Thanks,
Mike
What should the lowside - highside read and which refrigerent do the C5's use.
Thanks,
Mike
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From: Raleigh, NC
St. Jude Donor '15
uses r134a, as do all cars made recently (my other car is a '94 and it too uses it as oppose to the old r112)
i've never messed with the high pressure side of things...I just put two bottles into the low side a few weeks ago after having the condensor off and all is cold now.
i've never messed with the high pressure side of things...I just put two bottles into the low side a few weeks ago after having the condensor off and all is cold now.
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From: Houston TX
Hi Mike
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
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From: Mesa Arizona
Originally Posted by maskell
Hi Mike
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
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From: Fort Lauderdale, FL 140 & Still More Pedal
Originally Posted by maskell
Hi Mike
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
Drifting
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From: Slidell La
Originally Posted by probaja
Good recommendations, If there is a problem the gauges (hi and low pressure) will pinpoint it - and it may just need some R134a.
Pro
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From: Meadows Place Texas
Houston is Hot and Humid. Under those conditions, A/C does not drop temp as much as it would in areas where temp and humidity are lower. On the worst days of summer, the a/c (on Recirculate) is cold, but not "ice cold". The temp drop created by the a/c is relative.
dave
dave
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From: Fort Lauderdale, FL 140 & Still More Pedal
Originally Posted by maskell
Hi Mike
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
I recommend a set of gauges and a thermometer.
You need to find out what is wrong with the system before you risk over charging it (unless you already know the system has a leak...).
It may be nothing to do with the charge...
Having said that, and since you ask, charge is R-134a. My 2001 vert takes 0.68Kg or 1.5lbs to fill. Oil is GM PAG.
A/C air should be at about 50 degrees from the vents after 5 minutes full on with a window rolled down (90 degrees ambient, parked in the shade).
Low side should be around 30-35psi, High side can be anywhere from 160 to 270psi.
If you are convinced system charge is low, (an oil stain may appear where the leak is in the system) I would empty it (slowly as not to lose any more oil)
I would then refill with the correct amount of R134A that also contained a leak fix additive and see how it goes...
But then I might be wrong...I am sure other members will have some thoughts
Good luck
