Quick question here. I've had a slow leak in my AC system since I got the truck last year, and I know the previous owner used at least one of those recharge/leak fix cans, which worked for the better part of the summer, but it definitely felt warm this spring.
I just did the timing belt/water pump this weekend, and as I was moving the AC lines to clear the fan bracket, the little 180 degree fitting to the condensor started leaking significantly (definitely wasn't hit or pinched), so I now definitely have an empty system. Since a small amount of force caused this to leak, I suspect this was the source of my slow leak the whole time. I ordered a replacement for the leaky hose and it's a 5min job to replace, but I'm curious about whether doing the evacuation and refill myself is a good idea. I suspect the cost is a wash once I buy the vacuum pump, but I always err on the side of get the job done + have new tools.
I just want to make sure there isn't anything I'm overlooking about the evac/refill job that might keep me from doing it myself.
Thanks guys
I just did the timing belt/water pump this weekend, and as I was moving the AC lines to clear the fan bracket, the little 180 degree fitting to the condensor started leaking significantly (definitely wasn't hit or pinched), so I now definitely have an empty system. Since a small amount of force caused this to leak, I suspect this was the source of my slow leak the whole time. I ordered a replacement for the leaky hose and it's a 5min job to replace, but I'm curious about whether doing the evacuation and refill myself is a good idea. I suspect the cost is a wash once I buy the vacuum pump, but I always err on the side of get the job done + have new tools.
I just want to make sure there isn't anything I'm overlooking about the evac/refill job that might keep me from doing it myself.
Thanks guys