Doing This Will Make Your Car's AC Blow Twice as Cold

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10 ай бұрын

Doing This Will Make Your Car's AC Blow Twice as Cold, DIY life hack and car repair with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Car life hacks. How to fix car ac. Expensive ac system repairs. Car hacks that will save you thousands in ac system repairs. 5 minute life hacks to make your car ac system last as long as possible. Make your car's AC system last longer. AC system maintenance tips. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 55 years.
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@scottykilmer 10 ай бұрын

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@the1211experience 10 ай бұрын

He’s the reason I own a Lexus

@tmad7105 10 ай бұрын

👋 me 😃

@janisezack1610 10 ай бұрын

✋

@louispapp7722 10 ай бұрын

You're not subtracting the weight of the can first.

@bobbytables4305 10 ай бұрын

There's an easier way to do this. As long as your scale isn't super cheap it should be able to show a negative value. What you do is you put the full can on there and tear that amount. Then whatever you figured out the difference was that should be the negative value that will appear on the scale. And then you know you've added the right amount.

@Yashuop 10 ай бұрын

Raise your hand if you've been watching Scotty Kilmer for a long time🤚

@jameslong5102 10 ай бұрын

✋️

@batmang9014 10 ай бұрын

2016

@imahick5723 10 ай бұрын

🖐️

@ranhernandez1 10 ай бұрын

👋 but he can be also be full on 💩 sometimes

@petermaxmueller2114 10 ай бұрын

Yeah 🖐🏽

@dylanbailey2812 10 ай бұрын

I recently took a class to become 609 certified. The stuff in this video is basically exactly what they taught me in that class. Nice job, Scotty!

@Jetski270 10 ай бұрын

Same here

@yarisftw3736 10 ай бұрын

are you kidding me? if you have a epa609 you should know this is all wrong. charging 90psi on the low side means it's about 200f outside. this guy is so wrong about so much in every video...

@ElevatedLiving1 10 ай бұрын

@@yarisftw3736correct you are

@auto-tech3101 10 ай бұрын

@@yarisftw3736 I agree . I especially like the fact he is not mentioning to get the system recovered just vent it with a vacuum pump, Really nice EPA fine for that advice.

@midwestmarauder4821 10 ай бұрын

U mean 608?

@JP-wh8yj 10 ай бұрын

Wait...where's the LYSOL Scotty???

@Drd0229 10 ай бұрын

Love this guy I’m almost 50 yr old woman I know nothing about cars my break master cylinder went a few years ago on my suv and I replaced it myself by watching one of those man’s videos! Took me less then 30 minutes from start to finish that’s with letting the air out of the break lines. Saved me about 500$ doing it myself!! Been driving it for a few years now no problems!! Thank you !

@RachelsBadAssJamz64 10 ай бұрын

That is awesome! I want to change the oil on my car my self and hesitant but, you did what you did, I can for sure change the oil.

@broncoman3864 9 ай бұрын

@@RachelsBadAssJamz64oil change is pretty basic. Just make sure you put the drain plug back in! lol

@ArnoldZiffle-jw2mv 8 ай бұрын

Replaced a water pump successfully, only had one big problem - I accidentally dented my bracelet. Amazing the things that me & KZfaq have done thanks to guys like Scotty. Mrs Z.

@golden.lights.twinkle2329 7 ай бұрын

@@broncoman3864 The hardest part is disposing of the old oil.

@DR-mq1vn 2 күн бұрын

I'm a 56 year old woman. You've inspired me to try and do some car stuff myself now!

@RwC42 10 ай бұрын

As an SAE Certified automotive air conditioning tech I would like to point a couple of things out. First, if you run your vehicles AC for approx. 10 minutes EVERY MONTH, you will lessen the loss of refrigerant. One of the reasons automotive systems have oil incorporated with the freon is to coat the inside of the hoses used preventing freon loss. Also, if you insist on vacuming the system down make sure you replace the oil that you vacume out or you will risk burning up the compressor and the will be nothing to seal the inside of the hoses. And remember to purge BOTH gauge lines, not just the line coming from the refrigerant supply. Just a couple of helpful tips.

@mitchellcrane9809 10 ай бұрын

The information you have stated is correct except for one thing. System oil is lost when you do a refrigerant recover. Doing a vacuum on a atmospheric system does no remove oil. The oil that comes out during recovery comes out with liquid refrigerant.

@tommurphy4307 10 ай бұрын

application-designed systems use hard lines- cheaper uni-fit systems and kits utilize hoses. that means the froil is used exclusively to lubricate compressors.

@BD-oe4ht 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the tips.

@TheInnerParty 10 ай бұрын

What is the purpose of the Lysol can in the thumbnail?

@showbread9366 10 ай бұрын

@@TheInnerPartyclickbait

@flyingfishsurf 10 ай бұрын

My 25 year old Camry blows so cold my friends are always telling me to turn it down. It's practically a refrigerator even when it's 90 degrees outside. They don't make 'em like they used to.

@mrfuel1866 10 ай бұрын

Exactly, i had a 2000 nissan maxima with 225,000 mi. And the ac was as cold as the Artic....my friend used to tell me the same thing....best ac on car i ever had..

@Moondoggy1941 10 ай бұрын

It's never too cold. My sons Mazda will frost you on #4.

@Moondoggy1941 10 ай бұрын

@@p80t5turbo Early 1991 BMW M3 low to mid 30's

@dennyj8650 10 ай бұрын

'90s vehicles for the win! Maybe up to '03. Made better than now.

@honkytonkinson9787 10 ай бұрын

I have a 05 Honda Civic with black paint and black interior. It gets so hot in the summer that the AC never really helped! It starts to get cool only by the time you get where you’re going. Only gets too cold on long drives! 18 years later though it’s about the same, though the compressor has been slowly tightening up and will need to be replaced soon

@danman1809 10 ай бұрын

Thx Scotty. The Lysol spray really came in handy. Just a few sprays in my interior and my car temperature dropped immediately by 30 degrees. You are a lifesaver. Can't wait for your next video on using canned refrigerant to disinfect my toilet.

@thetaekwondoe3887 10 ай бұрын

Where in the video is this?

@shawnlewis1918 10 ай бұрын

@@thetaekwondoe3887 In the first 5 minutes....did you miss it? It's way easier than adding the coolant!

@rinterstate 10 ай бұрын

@@shawnlewis1918 No it's not.

@rinterstate 10 ай бұрын

I didnt see any part that talk about lysol spray.

@shawnlewis1918 10 ай бұрын

@@rinterstate How is everyone missing this part of of the video?

@sharonflowershondagirl8187 10 ай бұрын

This man has taken the fear of cars out of me. I have a great mechanic now and a great car. I cant thank him enough!!!! but I'll try. THANK YOU SCOTTY!!!

@johanhallgren 10 ай бұрын

I still have the fear of rust. I don't like how a car slowly deteriorates because of rust. Maybe it is a metaphor for life, how we are slowly getting older and eventually dies.

@MrPicklesAndTea 10 ай бұрын

@@johanhallgren fluid film my dude. If that doesn't work, patch the hole with epoxy and fiberglass. If it's a part that can't be patched with epoxy and fiberglass, buy a new part.

@VKSgtSLaughter 10 ай бұрын

Stop rust when it starts small. Use a wire brush, rust converter spray, and rubberized undercoat, or clear coat spray for body work. Touch it up before Fall weather sets in. Then use high temp exhaust paint on your exhaust system. Been doing this to my 10 year old car and it still looks like new and has the original exhaust system!

@DecrepitBiden 10 ай бұрын

@@johanhallgren Move to Las Vegas, NV. It's so dry, no rust will form on exposed metal.

@MyNextShotWontMiss 10 ай бұрын

@@johanhallgren I hear you. I live in NH. A couple years ago I bought a very low mileage Toyota from PA. It's already starting to rust on some edges, like the bottom corner of the doors. Ffs, it's only been 2 years up here. It survived 14 years down there with no rust.

@cbxwarrior1 10 ай бұрын

Scotty is always sounds like he ran as fast as he could and is out of breath to drop that knowledge on us! 😂

@CippyD 10 ай бұрын

I look at it as passion.

@jbetnar 10 ай бұрын

He's out of breath from his arm waving.

@fog640 10 ай бұрын

He’s a prick makes it hard to breathe

@fisch9492 10 ай бұрын

He cracks me up, reminds me of Doc on Back to the Future 😂

@allenwilson9656 10 ай бұрын

He's the male version of Fran Dresher, he's full of knowledge but that voice 🤪

@Scott-fy7fm 8 ай бұрын

I would love to mute this video then play it on a giant screen in front of a full orchestra and listen to what happens

@williamhodges1777 11 күн бұрын

Lol

@ecschindelbeck 10 ай бұрын

Our 2019 Odyssey came overfilled from the factory with R1234y. Symptom was short cycling on and off of the compressor. Thanks to an online forum and a TSB, the dealer completely vacuumed the system for 4 hours and then loaded with the spec amount of the 1234xyz refrigerant, much like Scotty in this video. This was 3 years ago and It has operated wonderfully ever since (now at 83k miles)

@petergreenwald9639 10 ай бұрын

My truck has a slow leak. I got to a shop every other year for a $80 empty/fill. The off years I get a can and pop in a few ounces. But!!! I never thought to get the air out of the hose before putting more 134a in. Another important insight. Thank you Scotty.

@hotrodray6802 10 ай бұрын

Every professional AC guy I've watched NEVER purges the hoses. They just have licenses to FU.

@User39. 10 ай бұрын

@@hotrodray6802 true

@anvilsvs 10 ай бұрын

@@hotrodray6802 And that is why I started doing my own AC work in 1970. I have current licenses, but don't work for anyone else.

@rstevenson9623 10 ай бұрын

Scotty I watch a lot of your videos and even hunt things down I want to know. My husband is always surprised when I find fixes for things. He didn’t have time to take care of yet. Thanks 😁

@wythetrumpet6419 10 ай бұрын

It is easy to see why Scotty has over 5 million subscribers to his channel. This guy has a wealth of automotive repair expertise!

@deanb949 9 ай бұрын

Most all decent auto techs have all this knowledge. He's just very animated and must mainline Redbulls

@oldman6098 8 ай бұрын

✋️love Scotty. I was a mechanic, and he is spot on every time. Thanks for all the informative videos. I enjoy watching and I learn from them.

@petermaxmueller2114 10 ай бұрын

Scott, you da man. What I wanna know, is your energy this high all day, every day? I've watched a bunch of your vids, & you're always so wired. Wish I still had it like you do ! Great Show, Bro.

@VchaosTheoryV 10 ай бұрын

He probably takes naps after his videos i know i would

@sholland42 10 ай бұрын

He went through a period when he was on Valium or something, totally opposite of how he is here.

@DJRenee 10 ай бұрын

@@VchaosTheoryVLoL 🤣🤣😊

@kayanthony3746 10 ай бұрын

I didn't watch the video, I just sprayed Lysol into my face. I think I need to go to the hospital

@30yearsfuelingbigjets 15 күн бұрын

I'll bet-cha... you also drive Chevy.

@thinkingimpaired5663 8 ай бұрын

Politicians don't want the common person to have air conditioning.

@fallenplays5849 10 ай бұрын

Just finished my A/C ASE for my Toyota Certification and this is almost a 100% match for what I learned.

@sharmonica7923 10 ай бұрын

You can measure and weigh the first can just to be sure can is accurate. Thanks again Scotty. You the best man.

@carlosgortiz9834 10 ай бұрын

Love you Scotty dad and I love watching your videos to remind us about little details or for new updates in this never ending changing industry!! Be safe and again love your vids!

@amenserm949 8 ай бұрын

I love this guy! He's gonna help me save a lot of money on car repairs!

@julianrombley9966 9 ай бұрын

Big ups n blessings to Scotty Kilmer. Internationally known and appreciated

@MrJCIRELAND 10 ай бұрын

Scotty, you don't seem to age at all. Keep up the great videos and a huge thank you from Ireland ☘️.

@pdaddy_ 10 ай бұрын

Lysol in your AC lines will shock the entire AC industry.

@oldman6098 8 ай бұрын

I read the other comments and froom a mechanics perspective, Scotty thank you and keep up the good work. I appreciate all your videos and information.

@kevinbledsoe4425 8 ай бұрын

Always informative and so helpful ! Thank you sir !! Stay cool 😎 Scotty !

@jumpinjehoshaphat9075 10 ай бұрын

Did I miss something? I don't recall him using lysol to enhance cooling

@otakuusaanimenerd2511 10 ай бұрын

@timeless6964 10 ай бұрын

I Watched it 3 times!!...WTF??....Lysol Is Not Talked about!!

@jumpinjehoshaphat9075 10 ай бұрын

@@timeless6964 :D

@SirenaSpades 10 ай бұрын

He didn't say specifically what it was used for, did he?

@BillyColeII-dr6dk 10 ай бұрын

Went thru several times...nothing about Lysol...

@gunnersecuador7515 10 ай бұрын

As usual Scotty, you are the Man! Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

@jimcharles9844 8 ай бұрын

I have a 2015 Camry with 134000 miles on it. I bought it with 29000 miles on. The miles since it bought it are all highway miles. I'm thinking I should have the transmission fluid changed. You are the only one I trust with your opinion. You videos are GREAT!! Always to the point 👍👍

@hillbillyhenry5098 10 ай бұрын

You save us a lot of MONEY Scotty, please don't ever retire from here, we'll be lost.

@silverdropstang 10 ай бұрын

Never knew Lysol would save my vacation!! Can’t thank you enough, Scotty!!!

@bradwhite4827 6 ай бұрын

Been watching Scotty for the last few days! Super knowledgeable and seems like a hell of a good guy! Love his videos!

@jdizzle8912 8 күн бұрын

You rock! I watch your videos and trust your instructions to the point that I search for your videos over all others. Thank you for being the person you are.

@maxxford23 10 ай бұрын

Scotty don't ever stop!

@superdivemaster 10 ай бұрын

You're crack'in me up Scotty ... You make it look so easy !!!

@abe677 7 ай бұрын

2012 CR-V just went in the shop for low cool. First time. Low refrigerant. Going back in 10 to 15 days to look for leaks (dye also added). Nice to know they all leak a little.

@treeguyable 10 ай бұрын

Back in the 80s, 90s,as a line tech, we would compete against each other, installing factory a/c systems, in new cars, from dash switches, to compressor, and mounting plate, condenser, evap, wiring, etc. We could usually have cold air blowing in a couple hrs.

@ryanglaser5336 10 ай бұрын

Good old R12 used to be much colder (although the blower fans weren't as powerful back in the days)

@Maples01 10 ай бұрын

@@ryanglaser5336 I had to run my rear window defroster when I put the AC on max in both my Caprice and Oldsmobile Delta 88, freeze you

@bbbouy242 10 ай бұрын

This is the first time I've watched one of your videos... Very informative, interesting and funny at the same time. I just fixed my car's AC by watching KZfaq. I didn't have all the right tools but I Macgyvered it. Nice channel and glad I found it, did anyone ever tell you you look like an old Marty McFly from back to the Future?

@Semparo 9 ай бұрын

Thought about installing one of those windshield washer kits and putting the sprayers in front of the condenser. Often sitting in traffic and the ac doesn't work as good, noticed if there is water on the condenser it works a lot better all around! Also bought a set of gauges a few years back, family and friends are coming to me every year to check their ac when its not working right xD (got a nice used vacuum pump for $20 too! Things been solid for almost 5 years now!)

@user-gl2vi9ev8v 8 ай бұрын

Where did you find the used vacuum pump?

@Semparo 8 ай бұрын

@@user-gl2vi9ev8v was from a auction me and my dad used to go to locally

@anthemgirl4880 10 ай бұрын

You are my fave car guy!! And it's not because you and Dennis Hopper are doppelgangers! 😆 I've saved so much $ doing little fixes on car with help from you and KZfaq. Thank you.❤

@davecruzen9352 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info Scotty. Thought I would need a new compressor. Go with the recharge first, see how it goes.

@petercatgamestv3675 10 ай бұрын

Amazingly smart man. He has taught me everything I know…..

@timboslice1979 10 ай бұрын

A true testament to the Grand Marquis. My AC didn't need its first repair until it was almost 28 years old. The repair cost me less than $300 too, just needed a new drier (w/new freon) and a toggle switch for the condenser fan (your idea Scotty). Boom, ice cold air.

@MCTeck 10 ай бұрын

I had a 1970 Mercury Marquis, the body fell apart the motor NEVER leaked oil or the transmission. Always ran This 3 ton car If driven slow, 20 mpg highway

@dennyj8650 10 ай бұрын

I lucked out also - asked mechanic to tell me why my AC didn't work in my 98 Explorer. Turns out it just needed a recharge! $175 including freon & pag oil.

@charliep5139 10 ай бұрын

Idk. Maybe ford does great ac stuff! My 2003 mustang has always blown ice cold and I have never needed to do anything to it. And I live in the Southeast US where you’re absolutely using it on near full blast from may thru late September!

@shawnsatterlee6035 10 ай бұрын

Yeah because that's always a good idea! There is a high pressure switch for a reason which actually turn the fan on!

@johnsmolenski3260 10 ай бұрын

Can you explain what the toggle switch does please and point me to Scotty's video on that? Thank you!

@Adultswiivi69 10 ай бұрын

i did this last year i love your content keep it up !

@divadaisyshowft.magicmommy 9 ай бұрын

Scotty, the smack us all upside our heads with the car mechanic smart/honest sticks an gives us all his TRICKS !! 🎉🎉🎉😊👌🏽🤙🏽

@MaryLewisOfficial 10 ай бұрын

Scotty is my online mechanic 😂

@Moco925 10 ай бұрын

Before I do any repair or maintenance to my vehicles I watch scotty

@petestanton1945 10 ай бұрын

so shocked to find no Lysol in the video

@outlander1321 7 ай бұрын

1:46 oh cool you saved me 10 min. Well here is a Lysol brand trick. It kills fleas and their eggs. Hand to bible I use to own a rent house. The nightmares.

@janicenagao7409 4 ай бұрын

😂😂😂

@lawrenceconstantine7735 10 ай бұрын

Scotty, I hate the through-away cans like at Auto-Zone back in the days of R12 I learned Rifidgaration did walk-in boxes fridges vending machines, etc. It's been 45-50 years since I have had to do a car went to use my old gauges and said why don't they fit. It's all about the money. Keep putting them out, brother love the comedy and the info.

@simonsalamon8178 10 ай бұрын

Thank you Scotty, you are truly a pro

@joshuamoore24_7 10 ай бұрын

It seems like R-134a still the better refrigerant. Thanks for the video Scotty!

@neilfromclearwaterfl81 10 ай бұрын

If your just adding refrigerant then having a full gauge set makes it much easier since you can use the temperature/pressure differential chart to determine when the low and high side pressures are in balance for the current weather conditions. On and old system its good to get at least one can of refrigerant with an oil and dye charge in it to accommodate for any oil loss from the multiple rubber hoses and seals using the can with the oil/dye first. After the first time I used the full gauge set I've never gone back to just using a low side only gauge and guessing about system balance. Plus by using the pressure chart with the gauge set you can also quickly tell by the readings if you have a bad expansion valve or compressor. Some have been pleasantly surprised when they thought that because the DIY low pressure only gauge showed they had the right amount of refrigerant and weren't cooling well they needed a new compressor and expansion valve (which a Specialty Pro AC Shop had verified along with was very willing to charge them well over $1,000 to replace them) that while reading the gauges with me along with reviewing the pressure chart showed it only needed a little more refrigerant to get the system balanced and cooling efficiently again. A partial can of 134a later got them a balanced system that cooled better than it ever had since they bought that Toyota and it didn't cost them over $1,000 to get there. Over a year later they still tell me its still almost too cold despite our semi-tropical climate with effective temperatures hitting well over 110 degrees the past few days. They are so glad we chatted and checked things out with the full gauge set before they gave up and traded the car in for something newer since they couldn't justify the cost of installing the new parts the AC Specialty Shop had told them they absolutely needed. Best!

@Jesse-rj2ye 3 ай бұрын

Outside temps make the AC temps inside much cooler lol

@neilfromclearwaterfl81 3 ай бұрын

@@Jesse-rj2ye However even in that case a Hi/Low pressure full gauge set along with a temperature/pressure chart will let you see whether your charge is in balance for that particular ambient temperature and take the guess work out of it. AC units can blow really cold when its cold out so a little understanding of the physics behind the process along with a decent gauge set will allow you to get the job done right even in cooler weather. Best!

@charlesdunn169 16 күн бұрын

Love this man. Both me and the wife are gratified the wisdom Scotty gives. Thanks Mr.Scotty

@MarySchipke-dg7dg 10 ай бұрын

A real down-to-Earth brainiac. Master mechanic extraordinary.

@breannestahlman5953 10 ай бұрын

Before you screw it, you have to shake the can to mix oil in it with refrigerant, AND for the same reason, when you screw it, you must position the can upside down to empty it.

@757millionaire 10 ай бұрын

Scotty is right! Empty your a/c system completely out first (via vacuum etc) then refill it from zero so you know its not air in the system etc ..my a/c is vlowing so cold i need a hoodie in the sunmer in my car now lol

@TheGuardian_TM 10 ай бұрын

Either vacuum it into a big tank or don’t let anyone see you venting it into the open air. It’s something like a $10k fee/reward for turning someone in to the EPA for venting refrigerant.

@usaman7358 10 ай бұрын

What kind of car and what city are you in?

@Preacherz 10 ай бұрын

What sort of vacuum pump do you need?

@zoltanszucs9346 10 ай бұрын

No, he is not right. R-134a has 0 Ozone deplation potential. However it does have a very high 1300 global warming potential, so it's illegal (at least on civilized parts of the world) to let it out into the atmosphere ! To put it into perspective: a full load of this refrigerant has the same greenhouse effect as driving a 2006 Honda Accord i-VTEC 2.0L for half a year (3783 km, 2350 miles). And there is no way it would ever get captured by plants (CO2 does). (An F-gas Cat.II certified engineer from EU.)

@Darlemonte 10 ай бұрын

@@usaman7358lmao, yes, tell everyone where you did this so you can be investigated. XD

@2steaksandwiches665 10 ай бұрын

After 15 years get a new compressor. It’s expensive but its worth it. I just went through this with a 14 year old Saab and it was worth every penny. I tried this technique and that wasn’t the problem. It was mechanical. All the gaskets and plastic had worn down with 14 years of heat

@David-kw7df 8 ай бұрын

I don't know what I like more, the good mechanic info or the diatribes! 😁😁

@cblade007 10 ай бұрын

One thing he didn't mention. What do you do with the existing refrigerant in the line before pulling a vacuum? Do you just blow the charge into the atmosphere or do you have a recovery tank?

@pppaaa5399 10 ай бұрын

Very funny and smart man, I love your spirit!

@faizank.1448 9 ай бұрын

I talk like Scotty when nature calls but I have to deliver an important message right before. I love this channel

@theamaturepro 2 ай бұрын

Many scales will weigh in the negative. If yours does, you can put your can on the scale, tare it or zero the display, then, in this case, watch for it to read -210g. If it's a cheap scale, when using it to read live data like this, it's useful to press very lightly on the scale and let off before reading the weight. They're designed to set an item on and weigh, not to detect momentary change in mass. If you have a neighbor that sells "pharmaceuticals", ask to borrow their scale, it's probably high end 😂

@leonardalcalaii9277 10 ай бұрын

@ScottyKilmer Your a super good mechanic the way I wish, hope & pray I would love to one day be able to be ✌😇🔧 That freon scale, what a great idea!!!!! Thank you for all your teaching content, I would enjoy working with you ✌😇🔧

@johnalderman9899 10 ай бұрын

I will believe him over any other car tech. He knows what he is talking about. THANKS !!!!

@fredwheeler9959 8 ай бұрын

Hey Scotty, I really enjoy your video's, without fail, I learn something new every time, not only that but you also speak in plain English not technogobbledeegook, my one regret is you don't live over here by me in the UK It would be great to have such a knowledgeable and trustworthy guy to keep me on the road, keep making your excellent video's Scotty and I'll keep on ringing that bell. Cheer's!

@clydesmith8560 10 ай бұрын

As always, an informative presentation. Thank you for providing a good basic education. C ya next time.😊

@markt4605 10 ай бұрын

Yeah…after watching this, I’ll pay to have it done.

@richsweeney1115 10 ай бұрын

That's the problem..Noone wants to do their own work..I'll never pay someone to work on my cars and trucks as long as I can move

@nigward.1018 10 ай бұрын

@@richsweeney1115 exactly. Im not paying someone $200 for an up to $50 job

@MrPicklesAndTea 10 ай бұрын

The problem is not having all the tools, and being worried about forgetting a step.

@LisaLivingFree 10 ай бұрын

Me too 😂😂😂😂😂 I’m ok with paying My time is valuable and if I mess it more money!!!

@petermaxmueller2114 10 ай бұрын

Me too, but it was a great informational vid. At least now, I can intelligently discuss this issue with my service manager. Scotty is terrific!

@andyblank4157 10 ай бұрын

Everyone loves your hard work Scotty keep up the good work 😊

@NinaInu 7 ай бұрын

I watch Scotty straight up 20 video (marathon)at a time

@anthonyjacksonjr4812 10 ай бұрын

Priceless information. 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

@EpicBenjo 10 ай бұрын

What about the Lysol can??

@abyssalsoul6216 10 ай бұрын

The only issue I have with Lysol is that it leaves an oily residue that may with time accumulate dirt. Go ahead and spray some on a non porous surface and see for yourself

@RZ-sh6yi 8 ай бұрын

Scotty is beyond car doctor, he is a scientist 🤣

@Flamenco1313 10 ай бұрын

Love watching and so informative!

@brt-jn7kg 10 ай бұрын

As always Scotty thank you you taught me something else today!!!

@larz46north18 9 ай бұрын

...wait until he paints the roof on that SHED 🐕

@jamesanderson9317 10 ай бұрын

Hey Scott be sure to inform viewers to spray condenser coil clean. That will or should lower head pressure which should in turn lower suction pressure. Lower pressure lower temperature 😊

@nthgth 10 ай бұрын

Never thought of that for my car but where I work we deal with high head pressure alarms and dirty coils pretty regularly! Gotta check that out on my Subie

@bigdog911PAradio 9 ай бұрын

What coil are you referring to James Sanderson?

@bcdoggie 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video, Scotty. My brother has an '07 Civic which the dealer has never been able to actually repair its A/C system on. They have replaced its compressor and even its clutch, as well as who knows how many other parts. The stupid thing will stop cooling during a trip and then start again... repeat. Also, it makes a squealing noise only when the A/C is turned on. I told my brother to take it elsewhere because the dealer clearly doesn't hire mechanics, but simply parts changers. 😆 Also, thanks for mentioning that Auto Zone loans vacuum pumps. It's good to know that I don't have to buy one and I'll be able to work on my '02 Saturn's A/C system, which has never failed, oddly enough and I live in Texas. 🥵

@ChrisDIYerOklahoma 10 ай бұрын

I had an old 1989 Ford Escort LX that would blow out frost...best AC in a car I ever had.

@rockjimswanger6996 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great info Scotty.

@lindaholder2225 9 ай бұрын

What is the tool you use to drain and refill?

@briangriffin697 10 ай бұрын

Scott, I pumped my compressor with Lysol like the thumbnail but it didn't work!

@afisemenaborevlaka48 10 ай бұрын

Turn the can upside down.

@traviskirkendall7518 10 ай бұрын

I love the denim!! See, I'm not the only one wearing my old Denim jackets. Thanks, Scotty!

@boba.4316 10 ай бұрын

Interesting. Last week I received a notice from Honda about that AC compressor seal. They acknowledged a problem. They're extending my compressor warranty from 3 years to 10 years on my '17 CRV! This is how you treat customers.

@larrysorapuru4593 10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Scotty Amen brother

@Ebrad88 10 ай бұрын

Why the Lysol cover pic?

@Joebob2u 16 күн бұрын

You clicked on the video didn't you?

@alrgaines 13 күн бұрын

@@Joebob2u lol you me too.

@RealDeanWinchester 10 ай бұрын

What's the Lysol for? Celebratory drink?

@larryesills9115 Ай бұрын

I love this guy, he is good at telling it like it is.

@rogercook2292 10 ай бұрын

good advice about Autozone loaner equip. Vacuum pump and manifold setup can be rather pricey for once in a great while diy purchase. Also, be aware that if you have any sizeable leaks, they should be fixed before pulling a vacuum on your system otherwise you will pull oxygen and moisture in under that vacuum (nitrogen is normally used to pressurize and test for leaks). Minimal amounts, the system drier will take care of.

@daveheel 10 ай бұрын

11 minutes and no mention of the lysol.

@robertpsarudakis3474 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the tips!

@user-qb9cz6lv4f 17 күн бұрын

Complete and detailed instruction even though some would suggest it's remedial, it is correct and comprehensive. Thanks Scotty!

@user-xp3vd9ux5t 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a million Scotty. You Rock👍.

@jk3521 10 ай бұрын

...And what does the Lysol spray do?

@afisemenaborevlaka48 10 ай бұрын

You get better gas mileage.

@pdxbk 10 ай бұрын

Helps the algorithm. Look at all those comments!

@unclerick4569 10 ай бұрын

What was with the Lysol can?

@brandonlangely8834 Ай бұрын

Love ur videos, Scotty. Thanks

@arturozarate1752 9 ай бұрын

When purging through the schrader valve, you should purge the valve till liquid freon escapes. That fills the supply line with liquid refrigerant. If you charge with the engine running, charge through the LOW SIDE ONLY! Using that style of can tap means you have to position the can upside down for liquid. DO NOT CHARGE LIQUID THROUGH THE HIGH SIDE WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

@shayc.2562 10 ай бұрын

Scotty you're the hardest working man in show business, and you are a great source of inspiration! Thanks! 🙂

@randal_gibbons 10 ай бұрын

Sadly he is no longer with us.

@teresaanderson8497 8 ай бұрын

@@randal_gibbons what?

@F8Tributo 10 ай бұрын

Another pitfall is if you keep recharging a system with the typical refrigerant-and-lubricant premixed cans from the autoparts store. (Without first collecting or purging the contents of the system) If/when the gaseous refrigerant leaks out, the heavier lubricant can stay behind. Next time you recharge with a premixed can, you're adding even more lubricant to what's already there. The lubricant itself is not compressible when there's just too much in the system, and it pools up in the compressor. Eventually, the compressor can stall or even break, if it's forced to compress a diet of mostly lubricant. That's another reason why the system needs to be evacuated properly, and refilled per spec.

@Airon79 9 ай бұрын

Or therefore a lack of lubricant ; depending on which way you hold the can during charging . Should one shake the can prior to charging ? Do they still teach to heat or chill the can prior to charging or has that proven not to speed things up ? I once accidentally hooked up to the hi side during charging , luckily the canister didn't blow up but got me to thinking , maybe we should do it from the hi side with the canister upside down so we assure that we get a proper mix off oil and refrigerant . Although , I would think preferable with the engine off and with the ac system under a vacuum , if charging from the hi-side , or maybe the refrigerant cans are under enough hi-pressure to charge on their own to charge from the hi-side with engine off ? Although doing it that way you probably wouldn't be able to just top off an already charged system .

@colenichols 5 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, many are also now mixed with stop-leak...

@tktk8352 10 ай бұрын

Scotty, my Toyota dealership mechanic said you are only a KZfaq celebrity and dislikes you. I told him he was dead wrong and can no longer trust him. He was dumped immediately. I trust you 100% and you are doing a fantastic job.

@mitchellcrane9809 10 ай бұрын

Your dealership mechanic is correct. I have watched several of scotty's videos and came away rather disappointed in his method's. This video would be one of them. Although the postal scale is a good one, he did not mention recovery on the system Venting a ac system to atmosphere is illegal and is close to a 40k fine.