Honda Accord 2.4L I4 A/C Air Conditioner Compressor & Condenser Replacement & Evacuation
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- čas přidán 15. 03. 2022
- This video will show you how I replaced the condenser and compressor on a 2003 Honda Accord I4. The condenser and compressor design is used in 4 cylinder Accords up to 2007. Purchase of a accumulator is not needed - it is integrated with the condenser. As part of the replacement, new schrader valves will be installed at both the high and low pressure service ports and new o rings installed at all points where the ac fittings have been disconnected. To compensate for lost PAG oil with the replacement of the condenser/accumulator, 1 oz of oil will be added via the low pressure service port by removing the schrader valve and allowing vacuum from the high pressure port to suck new fluid in (all shown in the video). Once the low pressure schrader valve is re-installed, we'll pull a vacuum on the system (i.e. evacuation of all moisture) via an ac vacuum pump, followed by a refrigerant recharge based on two 12 oz cans of R134a refrigerant.
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I can't thank you enough for your videos. You have helped me fix and save more than you know. Fyi for anyone wondering...The TYC condenser does come with the drier like in the video. All the pics online show it without and I even called the manufacturer and the 1st guy told me it doesn't come with it but the product specialist ended up clarifying that they changed venders in 2019 and now it does come with it. He said he will update pics online to show the drier.
Good for you and thanks for sharing your experience!
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The pag add oil trick is very nice. I’ve had trouble with injecting it in system when only replacing condenser. Thanks
Glad it helped!
Isn't there already enough pag oil in the new compressor (which the factory oil should have been emptied and filled with new)?
Great video, I need to do the exact same job, fortunate for me. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it and good luck with the repair!
Good job working in those tight areas ! Another great video, thank you. Blessings 🙏
Thanks 👍
Dang dude good job 👍🎉
You bet!
Thx for taking the time to detail this job. You mentioned adding oil to compensate for the loss within the old condenser. Unless I missed it (and I realize you can’t film absolutely everything) did you carry out an oil balance with respect to the compressor?
No I don't. The compressors I buy (preferably Denso) come pre oiled with the factory specific amount and I add 1 to 1.5 oz for the condenser/accumulator replacement.
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You bet!
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Hola qué buen video una pregunta sabes si el compresor del honda 2.4 le queda a un 3.0 honda accord v6 crees que sean compatibles?
Dudo mucho que un compresor V6 funcione en un I4
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Question, why not inject some PAG oil directly in the condenser and add the rest when you pull the vacuum? You added to the low side which pulls to compressor, which is good for the compressor but will settle in the compressor and none will go to the condenser? I do hvac and noticed no micron gauge on this, is one not required? I need to replace the compressor/condenser on my 05 j30 accord this weekend and just curious. Not saying your wrong just curious as to this is all.
Good question. PAG oil serves two purposes for the compressor: 1. Lubrication 2. Cooling. The cooling is accomplished with the oil circulating back to the compressor via the low pressure side. When both refrigerant and oil is released through the expansion valve or orifice tube, the cooled oil along with the low pressure gases return to the compressor to complete the cycle. This is unlike home ac systems where compressor oil stays within the compressor. Auto ac systems are constantly circulating PAG oil.
@@hardlymovingpro I noticed on the 4 Seasons compressor I have coming they say to turn the compressor 10 times or more prior to using on your car, what is your opinion on this? And thank you for your time to respond It is greatly appreciated.
Doesn't hurt to do what they say.
Why is it not needed to do expansion valves? The kit im looking at has 2 with it. And I also did not see any new gaskets on ?
Expansion valves are downstream of the condenser and accumulator which will pickup any debris from a failed compressor before it gets to the valve.
Minute 10:00 when I try to change that sensor, put it on to the new AC condenser there was a nut in the new one and then I try to take off and air was coming out of that new AC condenser. You know why is like that?
Difficult to say without seeing you're problem.
Thanks for this video! I'm using it as a guide for this weekend when I replace my compressor and condenser, then recharge. Did you use two entire cans of 12 oz refrigerant? The service manual says this Accord uses 500-550g (17.6-19.4 oz) of refrigerant. Is 24 oz too much? I’ve seen other mechanics try and use a scale to get the exact amount, is this necessary?
If using your low and high pressure gauges during the recharge, expect to keep 3 oz on the high side hose when you close off the high side quick connect before shutting off the engine. Also, before shutting off the engine, your low side reading should be around 38 to 42 psi but more importantly, the high side should be reading 180 to 200 psi. Going an oz or so above the 19.4 oz won't matter that much but too much gas will freeze up your expansion valve.
@@hardlymovingpro That makes sense, thank you!
Reporting back: Success! It took most of the day but we got it done. I recommend having an assistant with you if possible. Ran into a couple snags but nothing too bad.
Watch this video multiple times and take notes and you'll be fine. AC gets all the way down 40° in the vent. Thanks again!
Good deal and thanks for sharing!
What kind of Bolt Screw is the one is showed in min 9:27, What kind of thread UNC? and all the spec of that screw Please!
It's called a stud and accommodates a standard 10mm nut.
Do you have to change condenser when replacing the ac compressor
Usually a good idea to replace both.
At 10:09 what size was the socket to tighten the sensor to the condenser?
I think 24 mm
Where did you order all your parts from If you can please respond because I need to replace the same things
Check out the description area of this video for links.
Great video, thanks. Question. if I replace only the compressor, do I have to vacuum and put oil, and freon on the system???
No oil needed if only replacing compressor
@@hardlymovingprothank you, how about vacuum and refrigerant????
@@manotas2u2 yes you still need to vacuum and add refrigerant. Should be a label in the engine compartment indicting how much.
Question.. if the compressor comes with oil probably Duplicate the amount of oil in the system ?
How much does it normally cost if you have to get condenser an compressor together
Less than $500
Did you not purge the yellow line after hooking up can, or did I miss something..?
That's letting air/moisture in.
Or is there a check valve.
Or is it actually negligible (...don't think so...)
When I pulled vacuum via the pump, it vacuumed the air in all the lines including the yellow line for the refrigerant can connector. So no, there was no moisture in the yellow line.
@@hardlymovingpro You didn't show disconnecting the vacuum pump and hooking up the can, that's where air will get in
Two seperate yellow lines; one for the pump, the other for the cans.
@@hardlymovingpro Ah, I see
That would be a good point to mention, since it seems most setups only have 1
@@spettro9dude stop being such a hater. I just used his video to help me out and it worked great. Also if you’re going to be working with refrigerant, and aren’t licensed, you shouldn’t!
salut, merci pour cette vidéo détaillée, par contre tu mets des joints toriques ordinaires, alors qu'il faudrait des joints spéciaux verts
Merci d'avoir partagé! Bien que les packs de remplacement de joints toriques AC soient de couleur verte, les nouveaux joints toriques fournis par les fabricants du compresseur et du condenseur sont noirs.
Is this the same procedure for the V6 model??
Concept is the same but the layout of the compressor mount to the engine would be different.
Good video.. sir can you let me know the part number.. I have k24a JDM engine.. is it the same compressor..??
Thanks! Parts and tools used in the description of this video.
I change the compressor coil immediately after that the radio sound became noisy and not clear
Don't see how they're related?
How much pag oil when changing the compressor?
Should be pre loaded with new oil.
You didn't do the expansion valve ?
Not necessary.
Hello, I would like to know how long does it take to complete this kind of Work?
Around 3 hours for me
@@hardlymovingpro I am having my 2012 Honda Accord AC Condenser replace today and was told it would be ready Friday for 700 Dollars is that what it usually cost without the Compressor?
About right. Sorry for the late response.
Like 30-60 minutes
What about the expansion valve
If you want to rip the dash apart to get to it ... the more power to you!
But did it fix the problem
Of course!
Very good video,do you always jave to add oil in the condenser when you change the 2?
Yes. Although new compressors come pre-oiled, they don't contain the full PAG oil capacity of the system. For example, 7 oz total capacity; but 3 - 3.5 oil in the compressor. General rule is add 1 oz of oil for each component being replaced. That is, 1 oz for the condenser, 1 oz for the accumulator and around 1 oz for hoses if being replaced. This is why most 12 oz refrigerant cans are labeled to contain 1 oz of oil (they're assuming you fixed a leak and you lost 1.5 to 2.0 oz of oil at the leak point). So for example, if you're total refrigerant capacity is 18 oz, you'll need to replenish approximately 1.7 cans of 12 oz refrigerant cans.
@@hardlymovingpro ok thank you very much,in my case im going to replace the compressor and the condenser both new,do i have to add more oil also into the compressor?sorry for this question
Generally no need to add more oil to a new compressor that comes pre-oiled.
So The evaporator don’t have oil ? I thought it take another ounce.
@@hardlymovingpro ok thank you
Radiator does NOT need to be removed. After taking the bolts off that hold it in place you just lean it back. Honda shop manual does not state to remove radiator and I just did this job ob 2003 accord 2.4
True but little effort removing it and I have more room.
Why not add the full 6 oz of oil recommended by the oem
My compressor says to add the full factory amount
To be absolutely sure, drain oil from both the new and old compressors and compare the difference. Add 1 oz if also replacing the condenser.
Some compressors are shipped without oil. Most OEM compressors are shipped with oil. Like the Kehin compressors are filled with 130ml of oil from the factory.
Sorry man, but I’m not putting anti-seize on my compressor bolts
Your call by these bolt threads get corrosion cause by condensation; that is cool low pressure refrigerant returning to a hot compressor causing a temperature inversion.
Dear God im glad my suv is not that tight to remove condenser, just cant afford anymore parts🥺 i still want someone to be here to guide me, im in Houston if anyone can help me, please connect with me.
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You forgot the expansion valve
Not necessary. Any debris from a failed compressor will get trapped in the narrow tubules of the condenser. Expansion valve failures, from what I've experienced, is from too long open system exposure to air/moisture.
I dont like to work on ac system with out ac machine. Add ac oil in open air and not pulling vacuum on the system for 30min can have some moisture in the system.
Thanks for sharing!