FYI AC Is still blowing cold on both cars. more than 2 years later I did both my cars within the same couple days. If your RKX valve fails I would think you has some Dirt or some contaminates in your system that plugged it up. Sometimes your compressor is putting out metal shavings or you allowed dirt in the system during the install. Be sure to clean everything before you remove that valve. So nothing gets in that hole.
@ronymchak24963 жыл бұрын
Quick quest so my AC is blowing hot air and after watching this video I want to change the valve by myself. Is it really important to descharge the Freon? And how do I do it without the machine or where can I get the machin and what is called. Cause my mechanic said the compressor is bad but he seems sketchy. I have a CC 2012 sport
@digdugd3 жыл бұрын
Hello @Mike Fn Garage , very helpful video as I have a 2006 Jetta with this exact issue. One question, at 3:24 you say that the 06 is easier than the 09.. but then at 5:00 you make it sound like the 09 is the easier one (and by easier I am guessing you mean the fan being in the way). Which model year is the "easier" one? Thanks!
@BOLT_UP032 жыл бұрын
I have a 2012 vw Jetta tdi. Ac blows cool for a bit then warm the next then cools on and off I also notice dash lights dim on and off as well. Battery good compressor good trying to figure out what's the issue any help I'll take.
@CR15PY12 жыл бұрын
Accessory belt tensioner fixed my gti
@Alex-su3tm Жыл бұрын
Mike Fn Garage just wanted to know if I put a jump wire to keep the compressor on would that work instead of getting the new solenoid
@artvandalay31992 жыл бұрын
I did this with the rkx valve on my 2008 Jetta Wolfsburg Ed. Fixed my problem! Ice cold air now. Thank you SO much for the video.
@Mikefngarage2 жыл бұрын
Changed my life!!!! had to share this. I have 2 tdi Jettas and OMG......the air works so much better.
@michianadroneservicesllc8583 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I fixed mine today. Someone recommended that you leave 10 pounds of pressure in to help in the removal. It worked great!
@boomerguy9935 Жыл бұрын
I can't see where I have already posted on this and I apologize if I am duplicating it. I did this to my 2008 VW Rabbit 2 years ago and it has been fantastic! I followed your directions and got together with my local professional mechanic - and former owner of my VW - to replace this bit as well as recharge the system with the proper amount of refrigerant and PAG oil (Note that there is more than one type of PAG oil!). The results were immediate and the system cools quicker and colder. My mechanic was amazed because he said it had never been this cold in the 10 years that he owned it. It is now two years and 20K miles later and I couldn't be happier with this replacement!
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
AC still blowing super cold. It has never worked this good on both cars. thanks for watching.
@sherrym38984 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. I have a 2006 VW Jetta TDI and the AC was blowing cool on and off at random. After changing this solenoid it works like a dream! I left the compressor on and dropped the fan to change it. Fairly easy for the average person. The retention clip was a pain to get back on due to the limited space.
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@davidsimmons86282 жыл бұрын
Just remove the rear engine mount bolt and roll the engine forward valve will clear the fans and come right out.😊
@harley5803 Жыл бұрын
I'm gonna have to do this on mine. I bought the car from my mother inlaw almost 2 years ago and just now today I asked her when the AC quit when she had it and she looks at me funny and says it's always been ice cold it would freeze you out. And I said oh....well it's never worked for me! Lol the car sat for almost two years before I got it so I bet it's that valve. Thank you for this video brother I appreciate you!!
@Mikefngarage Жыл бұрын
check the freon but probably the valve stuck from sitting. very common.
@RIPfifi Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! I have a 2006 VW Jetta TDI and the AC was blowing somewhat cool on and off intermittently. After changing the solenoid it works like a dream! I left the compressor on and removed one fan blade to change it. Fairly easy for the slightly mechanically minded. The retention clip was a pain because I bent it on the way out but with a little love, I was able to bend it back into place and get it installed. It’s so nice to have a good running A/C again. It’s been years and lots of monies spent at “Professional A/C shops” when doing it myself with your video helped get me there! Note for those attempting this. Take it to a shop get it vac’d then after the install take it back to the same shop and have them remove the moisture and then fill the freon. All in all, it costed me $148 plus the cost of the RKX valve.
@Mikefngarage Жыл бұрын
long lasting repair as well. mine still works been several years. blows ICE....still.
@amininos3 жыл бұрын
I used RKX valve and the problem solved for my 2008 TDI mk5
@rwehuman3 жыл бұрын
Just installed the valve AC is much much colder. 96° facing south, sun beaming in, it should have.been roasting me. The valve works great.
@rwehuman3 жыл бұрын
Seriously this valve works great.
@rwehuman3 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm onto my second TDI Jetta, both MK 6s. My first Jetta was taken from me too soon after someone turned left in front of me and totaled it. That AC in that Jetta never got very cold although I had the charge checked, the compressor replaced with a OEM compressor but before that the valve was replaced although I don't remember the brand. None of that worked although it did seem to work a little when I wasn't facing the Sun or it was cloudy or nighttime. My current Jetta a 2011 with similar symptoms, slightly cold air when facing north, or clouds in the sky. In both instances when it was hot out and I was facing the Sun the system could not keep up with the solar heat gain in the car. The only thing I did not do in my first Jetta was replace the coil in front of the radiator. That was the first thing I did in this my second 2011 TDI Jetta. I noticed marginal Improvement in cooling after replacing the coil, I should note the old coil was pretty filled with debris and bent fins, I could see through only about 1/2 to 2/3 of it. Given the symptoms I'm describing what are the chances that the RKX valve will work?
@hardcore44762 жыл бұрын
Have a 2011 Jetta TDI also and mine works just ok on the highway and not so much on the side streets. When it’s really hot outside even highway driving can’t keep up to really cool the inside. Did you ever find out what your issue was?
@keysautorepair60383 жыл бұрын
Just changed one and it works perfectly now cold 🥶.
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
fixed all my cars. They were never as cold as they were after the RKX brand one. and I dont get any sponsorship from them.
@asloma6711 ай бұрын
Followed your video and it fixed the problem (and yes I used that brand ) thanks for posting this . Saved me lots of dough
@cavy956 жыл бұрын
Hot one in the southland today, enjoy the A/C!
@mike_builds33453 жыл бұрын
Currently have an issue with my 2010 2.5 2.5 started working intermittently now it completely stopped working. Thought it needed a new charger got a vacuum pump and gauges tried to fill it and low side just fills to around 100psi and doesn’t do anything. Seems like this valve might fix it but. I heard it could be the pressure sensor or even the fan control module. All there were like $20 each of Amazon. Idk if I should just replace them all it just start with one. But idk what one I should do first.
@avenged06x2 жыл бұрын
Did the RCV work for you?
@nydrell19692 жыл бұрын
I changed the same valve 2 years ago and it worked from ebay lol but it didn't last so I'll try this brand but be careful because there are 2 different valves and remember you will have to extract the FREON first
@bradnicolini13165 жыл бұрын
I replaced the valve after doing some intense research about 2 years ago. Finally replaced the valve about 8 months ago and had the same issue. I messed up and put too much freon in the system. Long story short I thought the problem just persisted and just road as is sweating my tail off. I randomly watched this video and you reminded me that it was computer controlled and that the issue did not remain but I fixed the issue and caused the same issue by overfilling. I gave up some freon to the gods and now it works like a dream!!! Thanks so much. This video helped me out because it reminded me about how the system actually works.
@TK-te6pg5 жыл бұрын
Is there a specific part number? Or did you get the one recome sed for the Sanden?
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
I got a sanden compressor when I replaced it But put the RKX valve on the replaced compressor. then my system worked better than ever even when it was new.
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
wow glad to hear you benefited and are Ice cold again.
@geriatricginger Жыл бұрын
@7:20 you described my exact issue I'm dealing with in my daughter's Tiguan. But it's the Low side, for me. if left for a few hours in the summer heat, the Low side will go to ~100psi. Then the AC compressor won't work until you've driven it for awhile. I've replaced the expansion valve, pressure switch, etc.. When I replaced the exp. valve (last thing I've done, I vacuumed down the system, then charge with 660g ~22oz) of R134. Problem still remains. So I was contemplating doing it again and replacing this valve.
@mikea94564 жыл бұрын
After having my A/C recharged at a A/C shop it did not help a bit after spending $125.00. The man told me that I needed a new compressor, thank goodness I saw this video, fixed the problem. Makes you wonder if they new along what the problem was and just fix this and then charge you for a new compressor at $600.00 not including labor.
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
yea for sure and if you got a new compressor it still would never work like it does when you get one of these valves. My Ac has never worked this good even when new.
@edgargonzalez1303 жыл бұрын
What did you do to fix it ??? I have a 2011 jetta and it's my mechanic is saying the same thing but I don't believe that
@mikea94563 жыл бұрын
@@edgargonzalez130 I replaced the RKX AC control solenoid valve for a VW Sanden compressor. $53.00 on Amazon. Been working better than it ever has.
@belayachimohammed2044 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much i tried that and the AC work great
@Mikefngarage Жыл бұрын
fixes almost every AC problem on that car. mine never worked better. I replaced the compressor and new compressor still would not work. then replaced valve on it and works great ever since.
@toddteagarden22005 жыл бұрын
I have an 06 TDI and my ac is luke warm at times when it’s upper 90’s 100 degrees.. I replaced the cabin air filter and it helped but the ac will get cold here and there especially when I’m at 55mph or better. It very well could be the valve!
@RKrk-jj2li5 жыл бұрын
I'm experiencing same issue with my 2013.5 jetta gli...its been murder this summer here in New York, too.
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
yup mine was the same and now it is ICE COLD. no more luke warm First check your fans both should be working but change that valve you wont be disappointed.
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
@@RKrk-jj2li valve is probably bad. Mine is still working perfect after 1 year. Ice cold no more issues.
@RKrk-jj2li5 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage what valve you mean exactly?
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
@@RKrk-jj2li the RKX ac control valve on the compressor
@lenonchia3 жыл бұрын
How to tell the differences, if it is the AC solenoid valve or the compressor that is faulty? My current issue is when i turn it on. It blows hot hair for about 1-2mins. Then another 5mins of normal fan wind. If continue to drive around about 10-15mins it will get cold but not very cold. I had topped up my freon few months ago only. What could be the issue?
@isthianthomas63862 жыл бұрын
I have this same issue on my Wolfsburg!! And this heat wave is kicking my ass 😭
@tayloralvidrez4342 Жыл бұрын
Bought a Jetta, ac didn't work. Replaced valve with a sanden unit. AC worked awesome... For a year. Replacing valve with a RKX now. Hopefully I get more than a year out of it
@DavidB-rx3km4 жыл бұрын
Does the gas leak when you remove this? Will I need to regas?
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
yes and evacuate before you remove the clip it is pressurized.
@kylereynolds79923 жыл бұрын
Liked and subscribed! Thank you!
@ivanvega28212 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! I'm currently attempting to figure out why on my 2011 CC blows hot air when AC is on. I checked with my OBD11 andd there seems to be enough freon in the system (6 bar approximately). Oddly enough, there are no codes/fault codes associated. Any suggestions on how to proceed with diagnostic? Thanks!
@TruBluGuitar4 жыл бұрын
How did you deal with the fan being in the way? I'm in the middle of this fix and can't get the old valve out due to the fan obstruction. I've seen some vids where the compressor is detached so it can move to an area clear of the fan, is that what you did?
@sherrym38984 жыл бұрын
I had the same issue. It is easier to drop the fan than it is to remove the compressor. There are only 4 bolts to drop the fan. I only removed 3 bolts to drop it enough to get the solenoid in. However you need 1/4" ratchet because it's a tight fit. Also the retention clip is a pain to get back on unless the car is on a lift just because of the limited space.
@billmalec3 жыл бұрын
My AC takes a while to kick on. Once on it works great. Guessing this might be it?
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
yea fixed mine on the white car....mine did the same thing then put the valve on and no more delays.
@chrisvantuyl55543 жыл бұрын
Question, if I drive my car to get it evacuated, is it safe to drive home, replace valve, and drive back, or will it damage the compressor since it's direct drive and won't have any refrigerant/oil in the system.
@MacB3693 жыл бұрын
Yes. Also you don’t need to drain the oil..they can just recover the refrigerant but they can drain both..
@danielkwon8473 жыл бұрын
Is that “yes” it is safe to drive home and drive back to the shop?
@MacB3693 жыл бұрын
Yes it’s completely safe do drive home and back lol. They can drain/evacuate the system...drive home and replace the valve...then drive back and have them fill it up. Obviously they’ll need to run the machine on vacuum first then refill. But the mechanic will know what to do
@zayk88333 жыл бұрын
Will it fix a completely not working a/c on a 2007 vw Jetta?
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
this is the most common problem. If it has freon in the system and is blowing but not cold. More than likely this is the issue. I try one of these first before even trying to diagnosis. Most of the time it fixes all the problems.
@zayk88333 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage Thank you
@avkcon Жыл бұрын
Hi mate! Just set my A3 2006 for this replacement. Garage has already evacuated the system and they recovered (as per WAECO paper ticket) only 4 ml (0.135 oz) of oil. How much I will loose or leak during the valve replacement? Do I need any adjustment to the oil load when recharging back? Many thanks again!
@Mikefngarage Жыл бұрын
not much from what I could tell. I never added any oil to the system and has been working for several years now. no issues.
@trentc60692 ай бұрын
Are we required to use a Freon removal tool?
@4braydenc3 жыл бұрын
Brutal video
@OOEarth2 жыл бұрын
This works for the 2.5 same year as well?
@zaya3207 Жыл бұрын
so i can “DIY” release it the freon then make sure its released as much as possible then i should be good? i can replace the valve with no issues and just fill it back up with freon? going to work on my 06 jetta today
@TheManzoormd5 жыл бұрын
I replaced one , and the AC start woking really good but it only worked for a month. So my question is if my compressor is bad? or the part was not good.
@teravolt61134 жыл бұрын
The only way to answer this would be remove the valve and check for dirt, since if the filter clogs or dirt manages to get inside, the valve starts misbehaving. If it's dirty, then your compressor is dying, especially if the oil is dirty too. If everything is shiny clean, the valve may be defective. Obviously, recover the refrigerant before pulling the valve out.
@Hawkzark5 жыл бұрын
Wounder if this will work for mine beacuse my compressed not clicking over
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
yea they dont click on and off like most compressors. that valve opens and shuts the AC I would try it first then go from there. My AC is still ice cold.
@zodiatti18253 ай бұрын
Hi I have different issue. No error code stored, AC clutch works fine.... AC works fine up to 20-30 minutes then very slowly the blown air temperature increases to +7 to +13°C even the set blown air temp remains -10°C. Same issue with other control panel found what was replaced for test purpose. Could it be freon quantity issue or just a sucks Programming by factory?
@donovansolis39902 жыл бұрын
Can you just release the freon without a vacuum then change the valve then add freon?
@Mikefngarage2 жыл бұрын
could be done that way but not really good for the ac system. Impurities and moisture can be introduced if it is not vacuum before install freon. People have done it without vacuum and it worked for a while. but not recommended. at 30 inches of vacuum water turns into steam and is suctioned out at a very low temperature that is the purpose.
@mikea94565 жыл бұрын
Would a 2007 vw rabbit 2.5L be the same? Mine is doing the same thing. Great Vid by the way!
@kclloyd66874 жыл бұрын
I'm bout try on 08 beetle 2.5. I know will work just depends where conpressor is and if have to remove anything else. Edit: it worked fine just on other side compressor on bottom on the 2.5 in the beetle
@valerysmith184019 күн бұрын
Hey I went to a shop that doesn't really know anything about Volkswagens the guy filled up the freon and it was still blowing hot air and he said I needed a new compressor because he tested the plug and it had 12.8 volts and a good ground he said there's nothing else that it could be he had no clue of this solenoid or the pressure valves or maybe he did and just wanted to take my money but how do I know if it's this valve or the AC pressure sensor or valve high or low I have a 2007 Audi Q7 3.6 please help I'm down in Texas it's 106 degrees and all the vents are blowing hot air before some of the vents would blow hot air and cold air like passenger rear so how do I tell the difference if it's the blend door actuator problem or AC problem
@kc03300Ай бұрын
what about a 2015 tdi . same part
@spiritseeker19322 жыл бұрын
2013 gti ac has been to the dealer 4 times now and it still isn’t fixed!! Was cold when leaving the dealers then no ac next day!
@Mikefngarage2 жыл бұрын
could be that valve. they work then they stop working. Dealer only replaces compressor. Find an independent shop that can put in one of these valves or diagnosis the system.
@redeye90423 жыл бұрын
Is that part on a 2016
@dieselmechanic26753 жыл бұрын
My ac sistem dont work i cant put freon just 0.50 the ac compresor dont got it power
@jasonmorgan96364 жыл бұрын
Called parts store to see if they had the valve, I was asked what size I needed. How do you know what size you need without pulling it and going several days without what little ac i have?
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
RKX brand. they sell them direct or on ebay. here is a link I dont get sponsorship from them I just made this because it works. www.rkxtech.com/products/denso-ac-control-valve
@sherrym38984 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage Mike you're awesome! I got an RKX solenoid and from various posts I've read, other brands are cheap and dont last. I would only buy through them.
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
@@sherrym3898 yea gotta be careful about the fakes. I dont get sponsorship from them either. they just work.
@sherrym38984 жыл бұрын
Btw Jason, The RKX website said not to rely on the car yr/make/model when ordering the part. It says to look at your compressor to see which model it is. My compressor had a nice clear label on it.
@nickalvarado52154 жыл бұрын
Have a 2015 VW Passat. AC is very cold but the air flow is weak and weaker in the two front middle vents at all settings. Changed cabin air filter and still have the problem. What could it be?
@Maruto523 жыл бұрын
The blower motor
@hardcore44762 жыл бұрын
I have a 2011 Jetta TDI 2.0 Automatic. The Ac works alright on the highway but not so much on the side streets. Do you think it needs a Solenoid like in this video?
@Mikefngarage2 жыл бұрын
very possible. But check the fans. sounds like one of the fans is intermittent. good quality replacement fans at Autohauz az both fans should be spinning at high speed 10 to 30 seconds after ac is turned on. There is a delay. sometimes the brushes make one of them intermittant. aux fan can be a cheap one but the primary needs to be Mahle. or VW....they are the same.
@hardcore44762 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage Ok I’ll check the fans and go from there. Sounds like may be the problem since it works better on the highway. Thank you for your time and comment! Have a great day!
@silver40s144 ай бұрын
my ac cut out today , i have a mk5 r32 , when i pulled in the driveway the fans were on really high like on overheat mode but the car wasnt overheating. is there a fan control module?
@petec96864 жыл бұрын
Does this apply to a MK6? I have a '11 JSW TDI. AC is pathetic. I have to run it with blower on high and recirculating to get much benefit at all and it hasn't really been that hot yet.
@sherrym38984 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure but I think it depends on the compressor. I got my solenoid through RKX and they suggest to look at the model of your compressor so you know you're ordering the right solenoid. My air was working intermittently and I figured I'd give this a shot before more expensive options. It worked like a charm. I have a 2006 TDI.
@CS-en5xz3 жыл бұрын
Got an 09 jetta. Just got all the codes fixed. Now i need to fix the ac. Previous owner said the ac would work when driving. Would this part cause this problem?
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
most common item is this valve. I would replace that sucker first. Check fans to make sure they are working too. Is that A tdi....if so replace the oil pump 09 had a failure on the hex shaft. GOes out and ruins the engine and turbo. Mine did that and I may be scrapping the car after thousands spent. Beware of the oil pump....
@CS-en5xz3 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage no its a 2.5 love this car. Got it for $750 and put less than $500 into it. Had a leak around the vacuum pump and not sure i fixed it. I sprayed oil all over the motor with the cover off. That was an oops. Anyway i can still see oil on the bottom but think it could be residual. Gonna change out that valve and go from there. Really appreciate the reply
@edgardozamora94043 жыл бұрын
What is that valve called
@ricewinner25963 жыл бұрын
Hello. So when you changed your compressor, it did not come with the control selenoid valve?
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
Yes, correct but the new compressor the valve was not as good as the RkX valve. I think they have a bigger orifice. I really dont know exactly but it worked better
@toddteagarden22003 жыл бұрын
I have that exact car - same problem! AC is blowing warm air.. fans running (I replaced the small fan to fix it awhile back, and it’s been great... until now). Its kinda intermittent. Can I replace this myself and then take it to get the AC vacuumed and rechargers? (I do all the maintenance on this car.. I did the timing belt years ago).
@lorenzohart95602 жыл бұрын
I have the same issues. Did this fix your problem?
@toddteagarden22002 жыл бұрын
@@lorenzohart9560 it ended up being low on R-134 charge- I recharged the system and it started working again! It had slowly leaked over the course of several years and once the pressure gets too low, the ac valve stops working. I recharged it and worked immediately! Still going strong! No valve replacement needed in this case.
@arturosilvaii42012 жыл бұрын
Replaced compressor on 2010 Jetta SE and ac is not blowing cold after 3 cans of freon
@derickelders7238 Жыл бұрын
Does that also go for gas motors? Or is this exclusive to the GTI?
@TK-te6pg5 жыл бұрын
These seem to be out of stock for pxe16 sanden compressors
@davezubi13044 жыл бұрын
Use some what oil for the O rings??
@GAMINGINMYCAR4 жыл бұрын
Pag oil
@bennetttyler60193 жыл бұрын
What are the o rings lol
@ClosedCasket52203 жыл бұрын
Whats up brotha!! Did you have a hard time putting the snap ring in? I'm having trouble putting my snap ring in. It seems like the solenoid not going all the way in
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
not really make sure to clean everything. both mine went right in. I bought another A3 tdi and I am going to do it before I even drive it. ha ha. turned on the AC on it and it took like 3 minutes to start cooling without it so I am changing it. with the new valve it starts cooling right away.
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
might need a gentle tap or 2. use like some needle nose or a dull punch not too hard though.
@ClosedCasket52203 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage thanks brotha!! I greatly appreciate it, def gonna retry tomorrow!!, did you add pag oil and other additives?
@markomarkovic31824 жыл бұрын
I have a question for you Mike Fn Garage. I bay this part. I want to took a Freon gas out and I want to do my self. My question is: Should I expect a gas presure or explosion or gas is just liqing out. Thanks
@MrSkinny6024 жыл бұрын
What are your pressures at when its 103 outside. I just replaced my valve and the pressures are about 45 and 225. The ac is only blowing at 58 degrees inside. But when the outside cools down it get to around 40 degrees at the ac vent. I am thinking that the shop may have over filled it a bit.
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
sounds about right but If you overfill it it will get cold when at idle then when you drive down the road it will warm up. If you overfill it just push the schrader valve in and let some of the freon out like deflating a tire. drive it again and see if it stays cold. No shop needed.
@seth98353 жыл бұрын
Mine will blow cold every now and then and the temp reader on the dash doesn't work when it's blowing hot but then it will pop up the temp and blow cold any idea?
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
Valve on compressor. IMO probably is the problem. No way to know for sure until you change it.
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
also if the ambient temperature one that reads outside temp the on the dash is not plugged in or has a bad connection AC will not work. I would start with the valve. The Temp sensor is located behind the Bumper cover on the front of the radiator support. So if your dash reading is intermittent and or not working it might be a bad wire, connection or bad sensor.
@bragadma51053 жыл бұрын
Mine blow hot air when when I spend my car and turn off the compresor.
@anoldtexta82 жыл бұрын
Mine for some reason it cools when it's moving but once it's in idle it doesn't get cold I put on the necessary fuses and when I put the 10a fuse for the ac module it didn't get cool at all but when I took it out it went back to normal(cool when driving and warm in idle) so im not sure what's happening could it be the stupid ac compressor valve thing?
@isthianthomas63862 жыл бұрын
VW fucked us all huh 😂 I'm having this same damn issue
@anoldtexta82 жыл бұрын
@@isthianthomas6386 yeah I changed the ac valve thing and it's still the same so they just told me to change the compressor all together
@reda198914 жыл бұрын
would the clutch engage even with a faulty valve? my clutch doesnt engage at all
@sherrym38984 жыл бұрын
My clutch did engage with a faulty valve, but the air was intermittently warm and cold at random. Once I changed the solenoid it started working perfectly. Its worth a try because about $50 for the part is cheaper than any other a/c repairs. Even the local shops here charge more than that for a diagnostic.
@EddyLasVegas3 жыл бұрын
Can anyone tell me the step by step on replacing this? For example,do I take out the gas first or after I'm done replacing this?
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
remove the Freon from the system. Carefully remove the wire plug. Remove the snap ring. Slide the valve out. Reinstall snap ring and wire plug. evacuate system to a vacuum about 30 inches. install the amount of Freon on the label. mine was 525 grams. Needs to be correct on the filling. dont overfill.
@adamkime702 жыл бұрын
Will this work on a 2010 vw jetta 2.5l gas
@Mikefngarage2 жыл бұрын
if it has the same type of compressor without a clutch try turning the front of the compressor while the engine is off. if its fixed it will probably be the same and have the same issue
@MK5Cole4 жыл бұрын
i have a 2008 gti, sometimes the ac is nice and cold and sometimes it’s hot. i am thinking this could be my issue
@kclloyd66874 жыл бұрын
It is just did it myself
@doraduran96263 жыл бұрын
I have the same problem
@bennetttyler60193 жыл бұрын
What if my fans aren't kicking on when im idling?
@MacB3693 жыл бұрын
Yes very likely it can be the solenoid if also your A/C isn’t working at idle... My A/C would sometimes get cold while driving and fans would kick on... but at idle they would barely kick on it seemed..and obviously warm air from vents at idle/no ac
@leeisenberg4 жыл бұрын
I see your dash readout is different from my 06', is there a way/option to change it up, or was that just a different option? Some guys say the RKX valves fail too, but maybe they're forgetting to add pag oil. Thanks, take care from TN.
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
both mine are still working FYI and ac is blowing colder than even when the sanden compressor was new. probably something like that. but I have had no issues with mine.
@leeisenberg4 жыл бұрын
Okay cool, thanks. So what about the different dash readout, was that a mid year change er sumthing?
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
@@leeisenberg yea mine was a late 06 or they called them 07 so it looks like a 09 that is why the dash is different.
@bernasosa13203 жыл бұрын
Would this work for a 2004 vw Jetta ??
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
does it have one of those valves and a compressor without a clutch. If so I would assume so. im not familiar with that year car. Never owned or worked on one.
@CryptoClass5 жыл бұрын
I have 2011 Jetta. My AC doesn’t blow super cold, but it can get cold when I’m driving at a higher speed. I’m not sure what is wrong with it. I changed the filter and check the fuse.
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you might have one of your fans not working or working intermittently might want to check that
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
I would check the fans then also replace this valve. the original ones are faulty.
@CryptoClass5 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage thanks Mike for the response. I'll get it fix soon because this is one hot summer!
@Nico-be2up5 жыл бұрын
I have the same exact car with the same problem. What fan are you talking about to check i need to do the same? Thank you in advance
@Nico-be2up5 жыл бұрын
Also what valve are you talking about i would like to check that too?
@laneelliott75114 жыл бұрын
I have a 13 CC. A/c blows warm, could this valve be the issue on mine?
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
Probably I would take a small investment guess and replace it.
@javimanzanares20043 жыл бұрын
I have a vw Jetta 2.5 2007 but the fan for the AC don't turn on for any reason what could be the problem...???
@tubbycustard88664 жыл бұрын
My ac compressor clutch doesn't engage, any idea why? It's also an 06 Jetta
@MacB3694 жыл бұрын
Tubby Custard there is not clutch.
@bennetttyler60193 жыл бұрын
@@MacB369 yes there is the compressor clutch
@MacB3693 жыл бұрын
@@bennetttyler6019 no there’s not... tell me what brand the compressor is..should be a sticker on the bottom of the compressor. It’s either a Sanden or Zexel likely... there’s no clutch...the solenoid is what regulates/acts as the clutch
@SF445 жыл бұрын
How big is the snap ring I lost mine
@JacobParkYusuk5 жыл бұрын
my low side pressure is very high, and the compressor clutch does not seem to stop spinning when the AC is off... do you think it could be this valve that is stuck? (2006 Audi A3).
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
I would bet yes. if your fans are working fine. THe ac clutch does not disengage.
@heyitschinoable5 жыл бұрын
Jacob Park must be a variable displacement compressor. “Clutch less”
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
yea it is all controlled by the computer and that valve. to adjust pressure. I would try the valve first then diagnosis.
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
I would totally gamble that it is the valve. total cost really cheap. check the fans too. aux fan stopped. but only wasnt cooled when idling
@efeaibans.53473 жыл бұрын
i have a 06 Jetta G2.5 and my a/c doesn’t blow at all. it used to blow whenever i drove especially during speeding but recently it has just stopped blowing air completely. Not even hot air comes out.
@nicktello40573 жыл бұрын
More than likely your blower motor resistor. This controls the speed of the blower motor. Usually once it starts to fail you lose 1 or 2 speeds and a lot of time the AC will only blow full blast. Other times it fails on all speeds. Part typically costs around $20~
@efeaibans.53473 жыл бұрын
@@nicktello4057 Thank you so much
@rosseaton895 жыл бұрын
My RKX valve suddenly stopped working after less than 2months. Very disappointing. Does yours still work?
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
yes both mine are still working perfectly ice cold at 110 yesterday. I would give it another try. the chinese ones fail in very short time. You must have gotten a bad one. happens from time to time in auto parts.
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
still working today fyi
@teravolt61134 жыл бұрын
Careful, might also be your compressor slowly falling apart and plugging the valve up with swarf.
@Mikefngarage3 жыл бұрын
@@teravolt6113 true both mine still working more than 2 years later no issues.
@saltednuts694 жыл бұрын
so this car just has a tire sensor issue i thoght i was crazy because mine is always on
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
replace the tire sensors. I did and now the lights are out.
@jamesswartz234 жыл бұрын
Never did hear what the dang valve is called??
@kclloyd66874 жыл бұрын
I ordered one on rock auto looked up under ac compressor valve. The box it came in said expansion valvle but thats not what this is
@jerryh4 жыл бұрын
Ac compressor Solenoid
@davidnunez5715 жыл бұрын
Does the clutch spins all the time in these type of compressors? Thank you!
@jorgenunez18255 жыл бұрын
David Nunez yes, it’s not a clutch though.
@teravolt61134 жыл бұрын
No clutch. Permanent drive. When you turn the AC off, the valve short circuits the refrigerant and oil flow inside the compressor so to keep the evaporator from freezing up when the blower fan is off, although it still periodically flows some refrigerant through the AC loop in order to keep the compressor from heating up too much due to friction.
@brostacks58084 жыл бұрын
Hello, we had an AC issue in a 2008 Jetta and replaced the valve with the RKX Valve last year. AC worked great until today. Please advise if since this valve allows more Freon into the system, that it may possibly need charged already??? When the dealer was trying to figure out the AC issue before I read about the valve, they drained and charge it twice so it WAS full and newly charged when the valve was replaced. If so, am I going to have to charge the system every year???
@Mikefngarage4 жыл бұрын
may have leaked out. you may have another problem. i am running 2 year on 2 cars with no issues. another problem is the fans stop. check them and check to see how much freon is in the system. put a recharge valve on it static should be around 60lbs depending on outside temp.
@brostacks58084 жыл бұрын
@@Mikefngarage Funny enough she said it worked the next time she went for a drive, so we will keep an eye in it, hoping it's a fluke. We'd like to add bluetooth to the car via a new head unit. Suggestions? The RMT 300 is nice but not touch screen. Want something reliable that has a CD player also, for around 200-300$.
@brostacks58084 жыл бұрын
USB charging (not mini bc it's an iPhone is a plus) and an aux jack.
@mg4347227 күн бұрын
Go get the refrigerant removed professionally.. any shop will do it.. its not legal to just release it.. do it for the children man!.. ;-)
@MM2009Ай бұрын
its not legal to release to the atmosphere
@Framlife351Ай бұрын
I identity as a non Poulter who recognizes no law
@keithwood12095 жыл бұрын
I've got a 2001 Passat GLX - electronic climate control (climatronic) Blowing HOT air, I've change the 267 relay ( Nothing changed ) anyone have ideas for the next step I can take.. will look into changing the RKX valve next, thanks in advance
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
dont know the system on that one but if the compressor has one of those valves I would surely change it.
@adedejiabiodun90584 жыл бұрын
I have issues wt my Passat 2.0 2010model d alc take about 10min or more before started cooling and when it work for some time it goes off and inside get hot ,what can be d fault
@woody951244 жыл бұрын
what is the part called?
@teravolt61134 жыл бұрын
It's a compressor displacement control valve.
@beverlymadden5456 Жыл бұрын
where its legal to do so??? that would be no where bud. EPA doesn't exclude any state from releasing Freon into the environment
@bubbawubba23072 ай бұрын
I'm sure in some countries they don't care if you release it
@Framlife351Ай бұрын
What if the state your in identifies as a 3rd world country who's not a member of the paris accord ?
@EastDallasKicksАй бұрын
@@Framlife351 then you most likely wouldn't be on this channel. Third world countries that aren't in agreement most likely don't have mk5 Volkswagens
@billmalec3 жыл бұрын
Little too much talk. Just get to the point. Just a little advice.
@dwanyesmall85455 жыл бұрын
I set still it blows but not hard like it should I drives its blows and than the heat comes and goes smh
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
you probably overfilled let some freon out then drive it again.
@boostedcoupe7975 жыл бұрын
I have a 2011 vw jetta se 2.5 and around 110k the ac started blowing cool not cold then it stop blowing cool. It's just hot now. It's been years. The only reason i haven't fixed it because i thought it was the compressor and i know its pricey.
@tomtom0322885 жыл бұрын
Mine just went out, so I may do this first and try it first
@johnturner20275 жыл бұрын
boosted coupe I have the same problem on my 2012. The same brand he did. Going to replace here soon. I figured if this worked it’s a cheep fix. But if not, no big loss and on to the next step.
@djcookiemonsta5 жыл бұрын
I have a 2012 also. How’s your progress?
@Mikefngarage5 жыл бұрын
If your system has the same valve I would change it. should do the trick.
@boostedcoupe7974 жыл бұрын
@@johnturner2027 did you ever get it fixed?
@sabrinahutchinson71664 жыл бұрын
Hey guy I have a problem with my 2007 jetta when I start the a/c it doesn't work but as soon as I drive off its start to work and if I stop to buy something and go back inside and start it an to use the a/c system it not working but as soon as I dry off its start to work
@Armyboyn13 жыл бұрын
You may have to check for a clogged condenser or you have to replace the control valve on the compressor