Aircon - Not making cold anymore #$%^
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Aircon - Not making cold anymore #$%^
Hi Guys
The Aircon on my beloved (new to me) 2007 XKR is not making the interior cold any more - resulting in a slightly frustrated and sweaty driver.
Everything seems to work fine - the Fan works, the Climate control system is operational, but no cooling effect.
The system probably needs to be re-gassed.
To what system pressure should my system be re-charged?
Any pitfalls or stuff to look out for?
Has anyone got any experience recharging this system or is there a write-up available somewhere?
Final question - Agents or a certified aftermarket aircon specialist?
I am pretty sure the aircon specialist rechargers will be way cheaper.
What do you guys suggest?
Thanks
Peet
The Aircon on my beloved (new to me) 2007 XKR is not making the interior cold any more - resulting in a slightly frustrated and sweaty driver.
Everything seems to work fine - the Fan works, the Climate control system is operational, but no cooling effect.
The system probably needs to be re-gassed.
To what system pressure should my system be re-charged?
Any pitfalls or stuff to look out for?
Has anyone got any experience recharging this system or is there a write-up available somewhere?
Final question - Agents or a certified aftermarket aircon specialist?
I am pretty sure the aircon specialist rechargers will be way cheaper.
What do you guys suggest?
Thanks
Peet
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Took mine to a shop, it got hooked to a machine while shut down. Note the left side throttle body hose needs removed to access the port. Tech entered the total weight of refrigerant into the machine and hit the green button. Machine drew a vacuum on the system to draw as much refrigerant out as possible and verify no leaks. Once the vacuum was stable for a couple minutes it dosed the correct amount of refrigerant back into the system along with the base pressure. Removed machine, installed intake tract, start car and enjoy cold air. About a thirty minute process.
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I have used the DIY canisters but prefer to have my AC professionally re-gassed every two years.
This machine checks the current charge, evacuates the system and then pressure tests it to check for any leaks before re-charging. It then adds the correct ratio of refrigerant and oil.
Graham
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