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96 a/c problems

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by tacodown, Apr 7, 2015.

  1. Apr 7, 2015 at 5:40 AM
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    tacodown

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    Hey guys my ac on my 2.7 5 speed and I tried recharging it with ac pro but only works for about a day. I'm figuring I might have a leak somewhere? If there's any other possibilities I want to hear em. In the mean time I'll just have to roll the windows down.
    Thanks!
     
  2. Apr 7, 2015 at 7:57 AM
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    *ac compressor does kick on when you recharge it**
     
  3. Apr 7, 2015 at 8:28 AM
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    It's most likely a leak. Here's a good first place to check:
     
  4. Apr 7, 2015 at 9:06 AM
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    also check the condenser in front of the radiator, it gets hit with road debris sometimes.

    you have a pretty big leak there and it should be easy to find (and maybe even hear) just look for an oily film somewhere, Freon carries oil with it so leaks are easy to spot by finding the oily fitting or connection.

    most leaks need special Freon detection sniffers but with the big leak you have you can use dish soap on any areas you have concerns with and you will see bubbles form
     
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