AC System Contamination from a Bad Recharge Leads to $1400+ Repair

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We look at this Lexus ES350 which has AC System Contamination from a Bad recharge following an accident.
Recovering contaminated AC is an involved process. Keeping AC machines cleaned and serviced help avoid contamination which could damage the entire AC system in a Car.
In this video we look at the issue then replace the AC Compressor which stopped working following the recovery of the contamination refrigerant. As a precaution I also replaced the expansion valve due to the contamination.
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0:00 Intro
0:31 What Happened?
2:11 Compressor Removal
29:09 2GR-FE Belt Tensioner Information
31:24 Compressor Replacement Information
33:10 Compressor Installation
43:23 Expansion Valve Replacement
49:13 AC Charging Process
54:58 Conclusion
56:50 Shop Tour

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@techgamer1597 Ай бұрын

a video like this, over 1 hour long, no music = perfection.

@terrysennhenn896 Ай бұрын

only channel I watch that a hour seems like 20 minutes

@joelnehl Ай бұрын

Any way to trim it down to about 10 minutes? Sorry but the topic has to be super interesting for me to watch anything over 20 minutes.

@johncoombs3128 Ай бұрын

Great job,I wonder if you have arthritis in your hands,I’ve been in construction for 40 yrs and I’m suffering,creeps up on you.

@rutgershouses Ай бұрын

@@joelnehlthere is pornhub plenty of gay stuff there for your simple mind

@kirklewis3627 Ай бұрын

@joelnehl, truth. There is no way I am watching this entire video.

@Rafegaret Ай бұрын

Car Care Nut, "The A/C Compressor bolt is seized", the KZfaq community, "That's OK" 😅

@Njderig Ай бұрын

Car Car Nut and the Car Wizard are the best mechanics channels on KZfaq

@pychopathsyphonf1528 Ай бұрын

Add South Main auto and diag guy Scanner Danner

@TheProtagonist_777 Ай бұрын

Don't forget Pine Hallow Auto Diagnostics.

@user-ge9fh5xm2k Ай бұрын

Car Wizard is mostly telling a story.

@Michael-yi4mc Ай бұрын

Wrenching with Kenny

@abdulalsalti9794 Ай бұрын

Scotty kilmer too

@BryanFryin Ай бұрын

TCCN, your videos are like the Saturday morning cartoons for adults. I always look forward to a nice cup of coffee watching your videos.

@davidraborn3654 Ай бұрын

After watching so many of your videos, I have to say your camera is incredible. High res, very crisp with high framerates. Exccelent Content too. I could work for a Guy like You.

@waynebard5809 Ай бұрын

You sir are a 1 in a million master technician, the amount of work to get this done is almost unbelievable. The work was a masterpiece of perfection. The job cost a pretty penny, but knowing it was done correctly and thoroughly makes this worth every dollar. Well done, you have the patience of a saint. This was a wild journey, but you got the job done and the customer now knows the amount of skill and time you put into this repair. God Bless!!

@damiangrouse4564 Ай бұрын

In a previous life I was an A/P mechanic. The automotive industry could fix the dissimilar metal corrosion issue by using “Helicoils” on aluminum parts, that’s what is standard in aviation. Another advantage is that when the threads wear out. You just clean up and install another helicoil use same size bolts and “life is good” (AMD).

@gemeinschaftsgeful Ай бұрын

Great idea. That's why they won't' do it.

@damiangrouse4564 Ай бұрын

Understood

@volvo09 Ай бұрын

@@gemeinschaftsgeful another manufacturing step... Just design stuff to last long enough for warranty.

@motorbreath3 Ай бұрын

How do you clean up and install another helicoil exactly ?

@damiangrouse4564 Ай бұрын

@@motorbreath3on aircraft it’s very simple…remove old helicoil, chase thread (what I meant by clean up)install new helicoil done. On anything else none aircraft. Buy the kit that would work with the OEM screw/bolt you have and follow instructions and there’s many videos on the subject. Ps. Stick with Helicoil brand kits…those are only ones I’ll vouch for.

@joel354 23 күн бұрын

Scotty Kilmer Chris fix I could keep going to. Have nothing on this guy Thank you for teaching us the right way to work on our vehicles

@glenmoss02 Ай бұрын

I never understand how mechanics can work on modern vehicles with such limited workspaces. With my big hands and lack of patience, I could never do it. However, I do enjoy watching skilled tradespeople work their magic and fix the issues most of us can't or do not wish to do. Very interesting video. 👍

@ryans413 Ай бұрын

Someone’s gotta do it

@theholt2ic219 21 күн бұрын

Some people like the challenge. And AMD is one of them. Compared to other mechanics who only complain about modern cars, he likes modern stuff and knows how to work on them.

@brucewayne2773 Ай бұрын

Life is great when customers can afford OEM parts, it makes life that much easier as a mechanic. God bless you 🙏

@rightlanehog3151 Ай бұрын

AMD, After 19 years I am running on the original A/C charge but this will be helpful information when the day to repair/recharge comes.....😉

@rdmineer1 Ай бұрын

I'm at 12 years, and it's a Chevy Sonic LS. Water pump, alternator, engine seals and gaskets, clutch, brakes, shocks and struts, bearings and wheel alignment are also original at 102,000 miles. Maintenance and no unnecessary abuse are key factors.

@davida871 Ай бұрын

Good idea to evacuate and vacuum down 30Hg and recharge to give longer life to compressor. Lower head pressure on pump. Moisture and acids build over time in AC system. Replace dryer too as it collects containment and moisture vacuum cannot boil off.

@emiliog.4432 Ай бұрын

Dryer is part of condenser in many vehicles. Not serviceable.

@rdmineer1 Ай бұрын

If it ain't broke....

@AB-jk7tw Ай бұрын

Me too and my car is a BMW!

@oldkid6 Ай бұрын

the scary thing about watching your videos is that it makes me think there's no way most mechanics are taking all the steps you're doing. you're a master technician and it still looks difficult, imagine someone who isn't experienced, $1400 is a deal knowing when it's done correctly.

@user-xf4es7eh9y Ай бұрын

the issue is you're getting charged $1400 regardless if it's done right or joe blo micky mouse style. and you have no idea unless you know. this is why I always work on my own cars when I can.

@DrElectron1 Ай бұрын

Good job! I'm impressed with your patience and ability to change strategies to get the job done. Just a suggestion: when working on a car especially if from below, please wear safety glasses. We all want TCCN to be making videos for a long time so protect yourself.

@mironkorzalko7761 Ай бұрын

Good advice...I had a tiny piece of rust land in my eye while working on an exhaust manifold. The resulting corneal abrasion was unbelievably painful every time I blinked. I wore a patch for a month to rest the eye and allow it to heal.

@underdog2594 Ай бұрын

Ahmed.... you have incredible patience. Thanks for sharing this particular job by video.

@stellingfan Ай бұрын

Kind of surprised the dryer wasn’t replaced. I assume new cars still have one

@chungwong8934 Ай бұрын

Nice to see my 2011 sienna in the video. Thanks again for have it fixed for me. It has been running beautifully with the new struts. It already has 170k miles but will keep running strong!!!

@damiangrouse4564 Ай бұрын

Local Toyota dealer wanted $2500 for a 2015 Corolla compressor job and that was after “troubleshooting” with refilling for $450 the day before. The people that replaced the compressor told us there was no sign of “troubleshooting” (ie. leak check etc) by the dealer. I will no longer be loyal to buy form them.

@donk499 Ай бұрын

Boy o boy, that is a fun job! Welcome to the everyday world of the outboard motor technician, but at least we could get at most of the bolts with a torch. I remember asking my service advisor if it would be a good idea to evacuate the AC fluid and replace it... "Leave it alone" he said, guess that was good advice. Doesn't anyone make repair pieces to repair those electrical connectors?? I know Toyota doesn't, was quoted $1400 for a new engine harness to repair broken coil connectors on the camry....Bought aftermarket connectors with pigtails to repair the coil connectors. Didn't want to splice the wires, so carefully disassembled the new connectors and installed the original wires/terminals into them....

@devtinagub Ай бұрын

Did I tell you that you are the one that guided us to our current Prius v 2016 and we couldn't be more pleased. It was due to your best and worst Prius to buy video. It took a while to find one they are quite low production. Thank you!

@TocyBlox 28 күн бұрын

Careful. The brake booster on the V goes out around 280,000 miles. About a 3k job. No warranty or recall for the 2016 but some ones before got them. Source: my dads Prius.

@musclecarsrt2324 Ай бұрын

As a technician myself I would have loved to show the owners of the vehicle how hard we work and what it takes to repair there vehicles. Great video to show customers. You don’t even talk about the exhaustion with your arms up for long periods of time and your patience 😅 👍🏻

@maxrx7 Ай бұрын

You can show whatever you want, no one will be happy dropping over a thousand dollars on a repair

@Hellcat71782 Ай бұрын

I’d argue road construction is much harder. But I don’t come on here demanding people see my work hard.

@Hellcat71782 Ай бұрын

@@maxrx7but, but,but his baby arms get tired! 😢😢

@StrongerThanBigfoot Ай бұрын

@@Hellcat71782Doubt it especially diesels

@Hellcat71782 Ай бұрын

@@StrongerThanBigfoot running a 90lb jack hammer, cutting out a 32” inch water wain, moving (2). 3” pumps that weight 60 pounds in 8” of mud all before coffee.

@bwest-yq3uc Ай бұрын

This job requires a rack and all the ac tools, etc. Beyond my pay grade. Great Video.

@flinch622 Ай бұрын

Main thing is, if you open an AC system... you need a vacuum pump. Not only do you need to boil off moisture as he mentions, but you need to remove air - it likes to get trapped in the condenser[near the top], which effectively makes it smaller. An undersized condenser means some of refrigerant capacity will be used to cool itself instead of you.

@James-td9rl 4 күн бұрын

Not beyond your gay pride though.

@letour23 Ай бұрын

CCN is a legend! Always thought that would be one nightmare job for a cross threaded sub frame bolt.

@bestbuildpc 8 күн бұрын

What I like from this videos are the details and knowledge this guy is sharing with us. Really amazing! Thanks a lot! every word matters.

@francismoore4976 Ай бұрын

Nice to see that 1 million subscriber! very well deserved...Honesty open all the doors.

@Tmanondatube Ай бұрын

Always love "working alongside you" in these videos. Suggestion: it would be even more helpful and interesting if you told us the names of the lines, connectors other parts etc. with some little insights on what they do/how they work. Thanks!

@zachouch1315 Ай бұрын

I would love to see you scroll through your repair invoice at the end of these project videos. 😊

@Johnnytrades101 Ай бұрын

I could not be a mechanic! At 28 min in, I would transform into the HULK!! SMASH! You have ultimate patience! Keep up the great videos!

@fullyxflared1217 Ай бұрын

i wanna see more of the LS430s lol

@frankbiz Ай бұрын

It's always a pleasure and learning experience watching your videos. Your calming spirit is infectious. Wishing you continued health, happiness and success.

@bonkoo5953 Ай бұрын

this is great to see how to replace the ref comp . this is not DIY for sure since it was very difficult to get the ref comp out .

@averyalexander2303 Ай бұрын

Great video as always! It's very odd that the system had R12 in it since it's so expensive and hard to get now, but air makes perfect sense from not vacuuming the system properly. If I remember correctly, when R12 and R134a are mixed, they react and create a strange chemical with significantly higher pressures than either refrigerant by itself, so it makes sense that the higher stress would damage the compressor. R12 isn't compatible with PAG oil either, which definitely could have contributed to the compressor failing too.

@johnaclark1 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip about the cowl and the wheels on vs off the ground! That is pure gold right there! I had no idea that would be an issue but it makes perfect sense.

@johnstuchlik5828 Ай бұрын

Looki

@ahmadghosheh3104 Ай бұрын

I was yelling Son of.... I always hated putting the belt on the V6.

@knnbevin5209 Ай бұрын

I have to say I’m very surprised you didn’t change the condenser with drier with all the signs of debris in the system that flushing won’t remove.

@MegaRetr Ай бұрын

Hey Ahmed you have incredible patience!

@hswami74 Ай бұрын

AMD vs The Bolts is a new YT channel altogether!!!

@zaxosz5063 Ай бұрын

After a year, time to see the jewel of Lexus

@MAN_MAN730 Ай бұрын

5:33 Love the talking to yourself clips 😅😅

@erickim2025 Ай бұрын

Great video, can't believe how complicated changing the compressor on toyota is. Your knowledge is unbelievable 😮 thanks a ton

@midiman5045 Ай бұрын

Took my 92 ls 400 in for a water pump and timing belt to Lexus of Queens. They were so nice they removed my R12 and left it empty. I never had an issue with the a/c. The car was ice cold. Lexus dealers are a rip. I called they said they didn't have R12 so it make me wounder where is my R12 since by law they are supposed to collect it. I guess that is why AMD left because he seems like a very honest person and he could not take the BS from the dealers anymore. Also to add they broke the plastic piece that says u1z now that is not my issue, since I know the plastic is old . My issue is that they could have fixed it with epoxy and they did not.

@HypocriticYT Ай бұрын

My 22 year old Camaro has never had the A/C touched and is still good. Has lots of miles on it but it rarely use the A/C.

@astroboy5137 Ай бұрын

I wish I had your patience!

@lsbautista21 Ай бұрын

Hello. I'm looking on your videos about a specific component/part about Rav4 coolant bypass valve replacement and intall video and can't able the find it... also congrats for your gold youtube plaque.. Dont stop making these videos

@jpjp3873 Ай бұрын

Your patience is amazing!

@Ed3kidsconnelly Ай бұрын

AMD ASMR. Pure zen.

@chrisluquette1615 Ай бұрын

I didn't see the new o rings installed at the compressor lines OR the o rings on the fire wall. Did I miss that one?

@randylahey1232 Ай бұрын

I wish I had access to a mechanic like this, just look at how clean his shop is, that alone says alot and because he's not working for a dealership he has no reason to make things worse so you'll just buy a new car

@shiloh5199 Ай бұрын

God Bless you for putting in that good hard work guys!!

@NonstickMilk 21 күн бұрын

Although I am a heavy truck mechanic, I do know some about passenger cars. Perhaps not as much as those who work on them daily, but there are some similarities to the air conditioning systems. Like your recovery machine, the one in my shop pulls a refrigerant sample before it lets me recover the refrigerant. If the sample is anything less than 99% virgin refrigerant, I cannot proceed any further; the contaminated refrigerant must be recovered in a separate tank. This happens more often than you realize when a driver has had a recharge done in some hick town garage in the middle of nowhere. My biggest problem is places like Walmart and other parts stores that sell refrigerant recharge systems to the public. These so called "a/c quick fix" in a can sold at Walmart and the parts stores should be banned. First of all, if an air conditioning system is low on refrigerant, there is a leak. Adding refrigerant is a temporary fix and a waste of money. Refrigerant doesn't just disappear. Secondly, you don't know what is in those cans. The label may say that it is 100% pure R134 refrigerant, but how does anyone know that. Chances are it is made in China and may have other ingredients that no one knows about. If the car is taken to a shop after a can of that refrigerant is added and the machine detects any contamination, guess what? It is going to cost a lot of money to recover and dispose of that refrigerant. People can do themselves a big favor and repair their air conditioner properly instead of buying a can of that air conditioning quick fix in a can.

@alexk81843 Ай бұрын

I stumbled onto you and was intrigued I wanted to see what kind of review you would post on some American SUV like a Chevy Tahoe. I wanted to see if you had anything good to say about American junk. speaks for itself 😀

@wonderboy1998 Ай бұрын

The most beautiful ES model, Is such a classic look

@Ed209sect32 Ай бұрын

Man I had this nightmare happen long time ago to a Ford Crown Vic I had. The mechanic that did it later turned out to be a criminal. Like literally. He was arrested for some shady things involving his shop. Saw his mug in the newspaper and that shop has closed and never reopened.

@randyduncan795 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip on the 2GR belt replacement. I still have the original on my 16 V6 Camry and was dreading replacing it. The trouble removing that A/C compressor is the only thing that I hate about working on cars- stuff that's impossible to access. I knew when I bought that V6 that it would be a pain to work on compared to an I4 but the 2GR sings such a song. Contaminated A/C machines! This is exactly why I own a vac pump & manifold gauges. But if I lived in Chicagoland I'd just bring it to you!

@mikechiodetti4482 Ай бұрын

A/C repair work can be very costly. It looks like this customer's car will be "Real Cool" this summer. Very nice work AMD!

@gflores7018 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the video.

@NoorquackerInd Ай бұрын

Watching you take out that compressor has me grabbing the edge of my seat

@coloradoboo1071 Ай бұрын

Wow I had no idea swapping out a compressor could be so labor intensive!!! I hope the repair lasts for the life of that Lexus!!

@Christopher._M 2 күн бұрын

This is why everyone complains about modern cars. You have no space to work and need dozens of special tools or different types. Then you need to take off multiple different things just to get to the part that you want to work on. The plastic clips are easy to break. Everything in a modern car is a nightmare to work on. Even the pros struggle with all the right tools and experience.

@lanceb940 Ай бұрын

The uncommon occurrence Toyota isn’t easy to repair. Nice job amd 👍

@JohnChuprun Ай бұрын

Wow, I had no idea I could get to my 2GR-FE belt that way. Nor did I see that lock for the tensioner. I struggled hard with it through the top... Thanks for that tip!

@Calvin7007 Ай бұрын

Impressive Work 😎 LC From Chicago 😎

@freddyhollingsworth5945 Ай бұрын

28:44 it's so odd seeing rusty cars like this, here our cars can be 30 years old and still look brand new bottom side.....Great video!!

@haritz2007 Ай бұрын

AMD sounds like Bob Ross.! Calm voice & like hearing.!🫡

@vmiku001 Ай бұрын

love watching your video's! Could you do a video on the recent recall of the 22' 23' tacoma and what the issue looks like. Thanks, keep up the good work!

@elplata7224 Ай бұрын

Thank you

@abdulwahabumanava5941 Ай бұрын

I can relate. Had my rx 350 2010 awd compresssor replaced with an oem denso part. Condenser was replaced with a new unit as well and all the lines flushed. Been cooling well with no issue since then. Cause of compressor failure was also Black Death from a bad recharge.

@scottbrakeman6761 Ай бұрын

Thank you for a great video.

@johncaruana6406 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the great video.

@parkerassociates9864 Ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@leecarroll1817 Ай бұрын

Probably not one of Toyotas brighter moments. Just casual observation, your findings may vary.

@sethdunn96 Ай бұрын

You should make a video on how to re-thread bolt holes. When they are messed up due to cross threading.

@jeanmarcfritschke670 Ай бұрын

Great job !!!

@yamafanboy Ай бұрын

can we get a detailed tour of your recommended tools for advanced DIY?

@onenikkione Ай бұрын

will applying anti-seize on the threads prevent the two metals from welding themselves together?

@jdhern9078 Ай бұрын

Great video

@Michael-yi4mc Ай бұрын

Someone forgot to flush the air conditioner lines after the accident.

@estuardo2985 Ай бұрын

Kind of cool to remember how basic physics works with practical applications. To paraphrase AMD, he was explaining the lowering of air pressure via vacuum from the A/C machine in which water changes states due to low pressure even at room temperature.

@m4ci3j72 Ай бұрын

Quality content 👍

@CL500MBZ Ай бұрын

Great video! Why not change the o rings at the various connections

@9bcustoms347 Ай бұрын

Great videos and information Can you also tell how to replace the rear Air Conditioning Lines on a 2004 to 2006 LS430

@glen._w_828 Ай бұрын

I like to leave the high side in sometimes so we can view the high pressure side, in case I see a fan not working or something like that.

@MrCalifornia1234 Ай бұрын

Note to self. Don’t get into an accident and have my compressor go out.

@tomjonas7384 Ай бұрын

It’s so much easier when someone else is doing it

@douglaskaye1395 Ай бұрын

Could you use anti seize compound on the steel bolts into aluminum? That job was a nightmare. You once again have amazing patience and fortitude.

@Steelflight773 Ай бұрын

I had a nightmare of a problem with my 2016 Honda CRV AC. Long story short, it was taken to the dealer many times over 2 years. The dealer finally replaced every component all at once on their tab. It finally has been running great since. I fortunately paid for an Allstate warranty that I regretted at first. The cost of the initial “repairs” were greater than the cost of the warranty so it all worked out. Sure was headache though.

@astang1072 Ай бұрын

I have a 2012 Sequoia with a moderate AC leak. Im the 2nd or 3rd owner and it had been in a minor crash Rt rear corner (where the rear evaporator is). Can see where some dents got pulled and it got painted. After 2 summers of recharging once a month and added die a couple times I finally see some dye coming out of the drain hole below the rear evap. So I’ll be digging into that this summer.

@_olamilekan Ай бұрын

We learn everyday ❤❤❤

@jessedavid4271 Ай бұрын

4/28/24 - I enjoy your vids Thank you for sharing The vehicles in your shop And what type of jobs are pending Very educational

@OttoUber Ай бұрын

Why the dryer was not replaced?

@Cbarrett94 Ай бұрын

I had the joy of replacing a compressor on an 09 Avalon a few weeks ago and basically had to do the same thing. I didn’t quite get to the completely dropping one side of the cradle, but I was about to. I had twisted and rolled the compressor every way possible, and had the subframe as low as it would hang, without removing the other bolts. I set the compressor back on the subframe and walked away to assess the repair manual, and about 5 minutes later I lowered the lift a few inches and the compressor rolled off the subframe, and literally fell out of the car. Of course the clutch basically exploded but I just stood there in disbelief! Haha

@freedomrunna4257 Ай бұрын

Watching you take out the compressor the engineers who are watching are probably laughing

@jrtaylor2288 Ай бұрын

Remember getting an under the dashboard A/C installed at Sears for $250.00 & it was freezing, LOL. 1981 Escort.

@philiphusain3923 Ай бұрын

Excellent video ! Do you recommend cleaning oil/ grease from electrical connections w brake cleaner ? Do you recommend replacing all O-rings that are disconnected during repair of the refrigerant system?

@Psichlo1 Ай бұрын

I will tell you this much, I ended up changing the compressor on my 14 2GRFE myself because the quote at a shop was almost 3k dollars for a Denso replacement compressor and charge.

@PeterHernandez-lg2eh Ай бұрын

Success muy bueno.

@johnstuchlik5828 Ай бұрын

Looking for a noise on a car that had front strut replacement.lam going to check out the cowl.thanks for the info.

@saadismail955 10 күн бұрын

the noises reminds me silent adult movies lol

@wernerdanler2742 Ай бұрын

Did you change out the o-rings on both sides of the expansion valve and also the filter/drier. I always changed those anytime I had to open the system on any of my cars for repairs. I luckily never had a compressor that hard to get out of the car.

@CyFi6 Ай бұрын

Yokes! I would never put a new conpressor on that system without a full flush and new evap and condenser. All that contamination is going to go right into that new conpressor.

@gaga140012 Ай бұрын

I cant imagine laying on your back trying to do this, with the car jacked up.

@duffman247 Ай бұрын

Can you talk about refrigerant / service for Hybrid cars vs conventional engines. I was told I need special non-conductive for my Prius.

@christianrosario937 Ай бұрын

"A hundred thousand miles an hour driving?" That's probably a SpaceX 4-Runner. 1:01:10. I like it! Hahahaha. Maybe I misunderstood. I just found it funny.