What is this leaking?
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What is this leaking?
Hey all,
had the hood open on the wifes '01 this weekend and noticed some fluid (almost coolant colored) seeping at this hose in pics. It doenst look like part of the coolant system-i'd say A/C but not sure. Coolant levels are good as are other fluids and car runs fine etc.
Any input from anyone. Her A/C was ****ty last year so it could be going on us.
Its leaking right where the rubber is coupled with the metal piping.
had the hood open on the wifes '01 this weekend and noticed some fluid (almost coolant colored) seeping at this hose in pics. It doenst look like part of the coolant system-i'd say A/C but not sure. Coolant levels are good as are other fluids and car runs fine etc.
Any input from anyone. Her A/C was ****ty last year so it could be going on us.
Its leaking right where the rubber is coupled with the metal piping.
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#10
Also, you have to evacuate and recharge the AC refrigerant. It's not like changing a radiator or heater hose where you just add more water, this system is under pressure. Some systems require additional parts to be replaced when you evacuate the system, a dryer comes to mind.
If you're asking these kinds of questions, mean's you don't have experience enough to change out AC parts. if you contaminate the system you can break down other parts of the system without even knowing it. Best bet is to find a local shop that does AC work regularly.
#13
hope your pump doesnt burn up due to lack of lubrication before the pipe gets replaced, cuz that would be PITA to replace.
#14
Since this is refrigerant related (evacuation) I think you should take it to an AC place. This is not a typical DIY.
Loading-adding CFC free refrigerant is one thing, but evacuation and disposal is another.
Loading-adding CFC free refrigerant is one thing, but evacuation and disposal is another.
#16
I don't know enough about the Maxima yet to say this with 100% certainty, but typically when the pressure is low on the system, the compressor won't come on anymore...it's a fail safe to prevent just what you suggested. Still doesn't mean the compressor won't go bad if left unchecked for months/years, but for a short spell it shouldn't be a problem.
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