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How to Properly Recharge Your AC System

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How to Properly Recharge Your AC System

12,866,832 views October 26, 2015 13:09

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In brief

ChrisFix shows how to recharge a car’s AC system safely by evacuating it, pulling a vacuum, and adding refrigerant by weight—not guesswork. This method ensures the right amount is used, avoiding overcharging or leaks. Best for DIYers comfortable with basic tools and refrigerant handling.

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What tools are needed?

Manifold gauge set, AC vacuum pump, scale, and refrigerant (no oil/sealer).

Description from the creator

Recharge your AC system properly. I go though all of the steps on how to safely charge your air conditioning system with refrigerant. First you need to evacuate the system, then pull a vacuum, and then add the correct amount of refrigerant based on weight.

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How to Find AC System Leaks: youtu.be/pCv7rCdcXsc?list=PLDD611CFB36FC65F2
How to Replace an AC Compressor: youtu.be/rulXlnG2Unk?list=PLDD611CFB36FC65F2
How to Quick Charge your AC System: youtube.com/watch?v=SHg2xRMnM38

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Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. ChrisFix assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. ChrisFix recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of ChrisFix, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not ChrisFix.

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ChrisFix published this 13:09 video tutorial on October 26, 2015. It has been watched 12,866,832 times on YouTube.

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