OneFineFiftyNine
Seaman Apprentice
- Joined
- Mar 31, 2007
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Hey gang,
I'm replacing the AC compressor in my 99 Chevy S10 this weekend because the old one started making a lot of noise and quit. (Back in 2004) The system also has no freon in it now; on the back of the compressor where the lines attach it is very evident that there was a large leak there.
I know to replace the accumulator/reciever dryer and the orfice tube as well.
I have a few questions. For one, do I need to flush out the system, and what is the best way to do this? I would assume if the compressor ate itself that the system would need to be flushed.
Also, when I put the new compressor on, do I need to fill it with oil first? I already have several cans of R134 but none of them contain the oil charge.
I have a coworker with a set of gauges and a vacuum pump so I can take care of charging the system there.
Thanks everyone, as usual I really appreciate it.
I'm replacing the AC compressor in my 99 Chevy S10 this weekend because the old one started making a lot of noise and quit. (Back in 2004) The system also has no freon in it now; on the back of the compressor where the lines attach it is very evident that there was a large leak there.
I know to replace the accumulator/reciever dryer and the orfice tube as well.
I have a few questions. For one, do I need to flush out the system, and what is the best way to do this? I would assume if the compressor ate itself that the system would need to be flushed.
Also, when I put the new compressor on, do I need to fill it with oil first? I already have several cans of R134 but none of them contain the oil charge.
I have a coworker with a set of gauges and a vacuum pump so I can take care of charging the system there.
Thanks everyone, as usual I really appreciate it.