A/C compressor FREE FIX! Toyota Clutchless type

The "clutchless" A/C compressor on this 2009 Toyota Corolla had a weird failure where the shaft plate separated from the driven pulley.
Time for a new compressor to the tune of over $1000?
Guess again!
This is PHAD, and our motto is "NO PARTS REQUIRED" ;)
Enjoy!
Ivan

[@robertcesare2031]

Good to see we still have a real mechanic with us, not just parts changers!!

[@chopshop3100]

No hack job here! Just someone who is smart enough to FIX a problem and not throw parts at a situation. JOB WELL DONE!

[@princecybrox]

You are a brilliant mechanic. I like people trying to fix things rather than just changing everything with new parts

[@mansonmydog]

Memories of the days when mechanics FIXED cars rather than being a parts replacer. WELL DONE.

[@raunchi2383]

It has the compressor running, but it hasn't "fixed" it. This is a cheaper modification that will allow time for a more convenient replacement.

[@acetech9237]

This doesn't fall under the category of parts replacers in my opinion. This is a good idea to keep you going for a while but usually when the compressors fail externally, I often see the compressors fail internally and you think a thousand dollar compressor is bad? Just wait until you send metal debris into the system.

[@acetech9237]

The thing I don't like about repairs like this, is the fact that there are a lot of people that would go and trade it in or sell it to some unknowing person like this and then that person winds up with the catastrophic failure to pay for.

[@eastonwilliams1722]

​@@acetech9237only 1k repair if you have a shitbag mechanic work on it, so all mechanics.

[@helloitsmehb]

Back when cars broke down all the time? You mean those days? 😂

[@Anonymous-it5jw]

Thanks for this tip; a great practical and inventive idea with no downside. To speed up the process, consider using cheap wooden shims instead of the claw to get enough room to work and to keep the plate from moving around while you’re drilling holes and positioning the nuts; in addition consider using locking forceps to position the nuts or long needle-nose pliers (with handles applying continuous clamping pressure to the nuts by wrapping the handles with a heavy rubber band, which come free with bunches of Broccoli). To make a lasting repair, glue the nuts to the bolts with Locktite. Depending on how much room you have to work with, 2 slightly longer bolts (or 2 more 10 mm ones) may give a longer working life to the fix. Thanks again for this refreshingly simple hack.

[@tomkelley8732]

Toyota was asking for it. The pilot holes are already there! Thanks Ivan, us driveway mechanics need to know these things.

[@leoashrae4199]

I love it! It's especially satisfying to resurrect a part that Toyota (or BMW, or GM...) has designated "Repairs veel not be permitted!"

[@BigMac2222]

Nothing quite as satisfying as beating the system. Good fix!

[@davekauffman8727]

Love it, saving the customer money is great, I've heard of shops that do the opposite. Your shop is great :-)

[@stephenlawrence4362]

Another brilliant idea coming to fruition! You are close to a genius,and your way of thinking is surely missed in this day of replace and throw away. Cudo’s to you Ivan

[@cccdetective787]

Great fix Ivan I was glad to see you use 4 bolts instead of 2 as it will balance much better with the 4. It will be interesting to track the repair and see how long It will last.

[@williamwhite9767]

Trying to save the customer money is a noble effort. Seems like too many shops do the opposite.

[@AndyMechanic]

Great Job Ivan, it's always an awesome feeling repairing something without spending any money on parts! Keep up the excellent videos, always interesting to watch. Cheers Andy

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thanks for the kind words, Andy!

[@californiaeveryday]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics Thanks Ivan, any updates for the community?

[@shopenz]

I love that kind of repairs, this is how we show talent. I always try to fix something before go to the shop for new one...even the latch for the toilet cistern when got broken🤣. Still work 2 years later, with a small screw hidden and little of poxipol. The repair is not noticeable

[@jackwood8307]

Love seeing the notification that Ivans posted a new video! Always informative and entertaining! Thanks Ivan!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thanks for the comment, Chuck :)

[@willemstreutgers1154]

Nice fix Ivan, i had used 3 bolts for better balance and grip though. Anyway 209k miles, most cars don't even lived anymore. Economically sound repair, thumbs up.

[@dil6969]

It's a neat fix. I'd definitely use it to get through a summer here in AZ. I'd just be worried long-term about the compressor grenading and not being able to stop with an actual breakaway plate.

[@SuperMarioDiagnostics]

This IS oddly satisfying. 😳 nice work Ivan! This is a fix, not a hack lol I don't care what Keith says 😆

[@NewLevelAuto]

🤔😂

[@moi28642864]

Does this mean the compressor working all the time now?

[@SuperMarioDiagnostics]

Tony is a clutchless type compressor, with a pressure regulation valve, there's no cycling of a clutch.

[@francisruambothetechnician]

@@SuperMarioDiagnostics ,,

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

It's still working fine a year later 😁

[@ManicMechanic007]

Brilliant idea Ivan.I love these free fixes.

[@Paul1958R]

Ivan, Considering the age and milage of the vehicle I think that is a 'fair' fix. Thank you for posting. God bless Paul

[@RollerCoasteraddict]

I just drilled 4 drywall screws into the plastic and it WORKED! Thank You so friggen much!

[@dc5723]

Awesome fix Ivan!

[@AntonBabiy]

Hack repairs that actually work = time well spent :D

[@Chris-Fennimore]

Ivan, you are very innovative! Good fix!

[@MegaGeorge1948]

Genius! I know that Eric is jealous of your talents, Because you are very reluctant to use the "part Cannon" in your repairs.

[@TRTCHEIFVR]

Great fix Ivan always look forward to them,I figured Keith or Eric O would be all over it.It does does give the option to fix or temporary fix

[@baxrok2.]

Excellent. Definitely, "why not"! Good job Ivan. Thanks!

[@sinegra30]

Lovely! That is basically what we do in my country with most of the alternators, Starters, hidraulic steering pumps, AC compresors, Fan clutches among others, of course sometimes hacking but most of the time we just rebuild this things with original parts. We try to fix them if they are unfixable then we buy used ones and in some fewer cases new ones. (Dominican Republic)

[@30kendel]

Awesome hack ivan, i love your fixes like this!! You take things apart and see where they fail! More vids like this please!!!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Sure!

[@Bunkysworkshop]

I would love to hear what Eric O would say about this awesome fix. LOL. Great job.

[@dabigisland1]

Subscribed and liked- customers lucky to find a mechanic like you

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Welcome to the channel! 🙂

[@stephenjones9153]

Hi Ivan I know this is an old Video but I'm trying to sort my 2013 Toyota AurisCorolla,s AC the bit that's puzzling me is why the Compressor turns all the time I thought it should only turn when the Coil on the clutch energises. My Compressor doesn't look the same as this but do you think the front of the pully should always turn on my Toyota??

[@gregmonaghan]

Love it! Well done Ivan.

[@atxjax1]

Thanks for this video. Im weighing my options here. I can buy a new clutch kit from Ebay for about $100 but need the special tool to remove which is about another $70. Still beats paying over $400 for a new compressor.

[@coreystuart9454]

Thanks a lot for the video I really appreciate it. I’m having the same problem with my mother-in-law’s car right now I’m gonna give this a whirl and see if it works. It’s working for you so I don’t see why it wouldn’t work for me for me. Thanks a lot for the video. This will buy us a little bit of time until we can afford to buy the new compressor. Thanks again have a great day keep up the great videos.

[@masterjoe3000]

Good shit MacGyver!👌👍👍

[@callmebackfriday2]

Thanks for the video. Thanks for the magic word "Clutchless" on my 2009 Toyota Corolla. I barking on the wrong tree that my Corolla A/C Clutch always turn on.

[@CubasAutomotive]

Ivan loves his free fixes or at least no parts needed. Lol This is great Ivan, thanks!

[@jeremyanthony9300]

Did you see that? i can't believe that worked? Ivan is an amazing mechanic and engineer too cuba.

[@jeremyanthony9300]

any new videos coming

[@TheCowgirlNiamh]

Not a hack when you fix it! Nice job Ivan :)

[@GA-tl4iy]

Thank you so much for another GREAT video. I already replaced my Compressor, BUT I learned something for my life. YOU ARE AMAZING bro. God bless

[@Roboticdoughbull3k]

Definitely worth a try, absolutely great idea.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

I'd have done the same thing Ivan - $460 plus tax at Advance Auto- no thanks! Great idea Ivan!😎👍

[@kennypatrol2zero616]

Well done, cracking repair, old school mechanics, no parts required, :-}

[@dassme1]

Hey Ivan !! Great job ! Looks good from here . I would do this for my customer if they could not afford a new compressor at the time . We only have about a month or 2 of AC weather. Here in Philadelphia pa. :( some of my customers don't like spending money at all so this will work great for them !!! You the man Ivan !! Thank you

[@fermd9357]

Hi, do you do car repair in Philly? I have an 06 Scion xB (clutchless compressor) and no cold air. I could use your help :)

[@extraguac9881]

Hey I'm in the Philly area and have the same car with the same problem. Do you still fix cars?

[@toamataafa9463]

Blessings and lots of Alohas from Cali Dr Ivan🙏👍

[@dudeman3986]

I am very impressed with your brilliance

[@KCautodoctor]

I think you just gave Dorman an idea for a new "repair kit" product line

[@govhickenlooper]

Already working on it.

[@KCautodoctor]

@Dorman Products Ivan's attorney from the law firm of Dewey, Cheetham & Howe will be contacting your attorneys to review all development & work product documentation for possible patent infringement lawsuit. Or you can just cut Ivan a check now, since we all know he created this repair solution.

[@diymisfit_Mechanic_UDX404]

@@govhickenlooper /\ This guy /\ LOL

[@tqdinh2]

😂

[@SuperMarioDiagnostics]

Dorman Products 😂

[@ohioboy2008]

Thank you this idea save me $$$$ worked on my 2013 Corolla

[@vinnyc7613]

YES!! A true mechanic

[@davidhenderson8817]

Elegant solution, simple, effective, and if it lasted a month, probably will last until the compressor wears out. One question: why wasn't it designed and built that way? My guess would be planned obsolescence, job security, and an efficient way to separate more money from the customer. Anyway, way to go!!!

[@joe2mercs]

Not all components are designed and manufactured to perfection and your repair Ivan is an improvement on the original.

[@tecnaman9097]

No computers, scanners or scopes. Good old fashioned ingenuity fix!

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

Seems like a good choice on a 20-year-old car where the failure was from age more than a mechanical problem. Definitely worth a try.

[@YungSteambuns]

Bro the car is a 2009, the video uploaded in 2018 How did you come up with 20yrs

[@TheCRTman]

I will have to try this once mine finally goes out. It's still good for now at 205,000 miles.

[@davidgoldberg]

Very clever Ivan!

[@brianandlillysdad8189]

My car has the same issue! Gonna give this a try instead of a $500 to $1000 repair!!

[@jamesmichael3998]

Brilliant, Cheers from Jacksonville Florida 🌞

[@markmcget]

These compressors are hard to find parts for. I found the plate and pulley assembly on eBay for 50 bucks. And it work great! And saved 900 dollars! I could fine no info on changing it but when I got the new one it was not to hard to figure out.

[@rmr5740]

This folks is how the Soviets kept their T34s going against the Tigers.

[@lionelmumper7531]

Keith is correct. You didn’t fix the cause of the failure. You’re correct “Hack Fixes - that work - are more satisfying”. Extra Butter with Extra Salt. Is it Correct or is it Satisfying? I Like It! Thanks for sharing.

[@jim2611]

Hi Ivan, I realise your video was a few years ago but it impressed me. I hope you can help me. In Sydney, Australia I have a 2007 Corolla which looks exactly like yours. The compressor looks the same (Denso 6SEU14C). I understand these are clutchless and the outer cover plate (stone guard?) always spins when the engine is on via the fan belt - is that right? Continuous compression of refrigerant gas is protected by a high-pressure release valve. The pulley system of the compressor has a sacrificial circlip that breaks when the compressor shaft/axle seizes. This is to prevent breaking the fan belt. When the pulley system circlip breaks the outside cover plate no longer turns with the compressor shaft/axle. I also understand that these sacrificial circlips can break spontaneously after high mileage. If the outer cover plate is disconnected because the circlip spontaneously broke then a new pulley kit can fix it. However, I like your fix because it may be hard to get a pulley kit - I searched on ebay but all I could find for my Corolla was an electric clutch kit - the ebay seller has his cars mixed up. Someone else asked the question but I couldn't find your answer - could self tapping bolts be used - ie not fixed with nuts? regards, James

[@MitchellJnBaptiste]

Thanks a million!!!! I have an 06 Audi A4 with same issue, I will definitely try before replacing compressor.

[@lightningsmokerXx]

*@Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics* BOOM! It's Krown Time! ; ) Hey Ivan - just got thinking about your video on the *Ford BLIS blind spot Warning: Diag & Repair.* The trailer connector plug on our 1 vehicle is a real pain to open, so sometimes i wonder if it gets sprayed. But it had a little green corrosion on it, and i didn't know where to get DeOxit or anything like it in Canada. But i went to my local Krown location to stock up on the good stuff and i mentioned my plug issues and they said use Krown 93 Parts & Brake Cleaner ( leaves no residue & is an electrical contact cleaner ). -So i thought i'll re-watch Ivans video 1 more time , and then that led me to watch a few more trailer plug cleaning videos. I took white vinegar in a cup, put the trailer plug in there for like 3 hours. Came back to check on it & no green crust, used the Krown 93 Electrical Cleaner www.krownindustrial.com/products.php?product=ke93 , and then Used compressed Air to dry the plug out, then i took a different step to what you did ....but same idea in terms of protecting the plug......except i used the Krown T40 in the plug and on the connectors. - So i'll have to make sure i spray it every year now, i had always just sprayed the outside of the plastic plug being lazy and foolishly thought ....meh it'll be good. Not so. Your old video helped me out. I checked the plug in the spring & thought of your video then....just finally got around to fixing it. PS .... some farmers almanacs are saying we are gonna have a crazy winter for snow....some say not. But make sure whatever your snow machine is , that it's good and ready by the end of October. Oh yes....don't forget to Krown the Mystique. :) Eric has to spray the Tundra this year still.

[@balbirze]

Good job look like mine 2015 Toyota Corolla has same problem

[@Roger21989]

Genius! Love your hacks!

[@jamespn]

Nice job, it’s a good money saving idea especially on a car with over 200 K on the odometer.

[@victorr648]

Oz looks like Ivan. good job Ivan I mean Oz

[@john7017]

Great Video! Thanks for sharing.

[@darwindwelle5267]

Damn right Ivan I would have done that too with a thousand bucks on the line nice fix.

[@superaposon8720]

Thank You for this video. Now I know my 2011 scion xD 1.8 liter also clutchless. Ac works well after adding cooler to it , but thinking I have to replacement the clutch cuz it won’t stop spinning, I’m stress free now. Thank You Soo Much!!

[@tam1381]

Nice idea Ivan.

[@MrDLux82]

Fantastic!! a true repair!

[@johngardea2812]

Great Job!. You might get crap from friends and fans. But there will be a lot of people wanting to do this as an alternative for a customer that just can't afford a compressor. Oh and the coast of the labor, evacuation and recharge!! let's not forget about that :) So yeah probably close too or well over $1000 bucks.And it gives the Customer a little more time.

[@thewishmastur]

Excellent fix.

[@stigonutube]

Good Fix Ivan however long it lasts,Why the hell not, "give it a go" as we say in Australia.

[@melsmobileservices4223]

I call folks hacks when they try & butcher the job. Ivan, you have modified/reengineered the operation of a broken component to keep the unit running until the proper budget/part is acquired. This is maximizing usability not hacking! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌😂😄😁

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

There is a fine line between "maximizing usability" and "hacking" hahaha

[@hashdfw]

I just replaced a compressor on a 2006 Rav4 - similar issue. There's a 3-point "star" on the compressor shaft that mates with 3 inward-pointing "teeth" on the pulley. The teeth on the pulley had snapped off. Those are there by design as a fuse. If the compressor locks up they snap off and you just loose AC rather than snapping the belt and stranding the vehicle.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Yup the "mechanical fuse" wasn't designed to last very long under normal use lol

[@KCautodoctor]

VW came up with the right idea on having a replaceable rubber "cogged" piece for some of their cluthless AC compressors. However what I find is that if the rubber cogged piece fails, it usually is due to internal catastrophic damage requiring complete AC compressor replacement anyways.

[@gianfrancoa]

Most likely be the case here. Hate when they try to reinvent the wheel on a proven design..

[@robbbarnett4978]

Ingenious concept

[@docoski5518]

Cool fix!

[@danielduran2089]

Awesome! you are a Mc Giver in real Thanks very much for making the recipe available.My best regards.

[@stephenbarks2651]

Great video. A common sense solution.

[@somerandomguy3868]

Excellent, beats the s*** outta part's and labor for a compressor that's not failed

[@acetech9237]

It works what more can you say. Just hope no one "fixes" their compressor like this an pawns it off on some unsuspecting person.

[@randytheapplianceguy8838]

Freaking awesome Ivan

[@heyitschinoable]

I hope I become a fraction of the tech you are👏

[@jedgr]

Amazing job ! What do you think about almost the same compressor which got stuck ? Is it possible to repair ?

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Another Rube Goldberg repair as we use to say. Nice easy fix Ivan. Toyota is not going to like you but who cares. 1000$+ for a part is insane. 👍

[@bxmachine]

Good cheap fix fella, better than mega bucks for a pump.

[@josephstaton6438]

Great idea, but with the room available with the tire off I'd personally feel better after drilling the pilot holes for the bolt clearance. I'd personally hand tap a few of the holes and employ lock washer from the front side and not have to deal with the nuts on the back at all.

[@jamesnickless4909]

Have you had any issues/vibrations through car or anything to do with the balancing being out on the compressor.....not sure if it would cause this.....just asking, thanks great video 👍

[@stevenhzoll7057]

Sometimes things happen for a reason. The compressor may be on the verge of failure, this could throw the belt stranding the vehicle and or contaminating the whole AC system. Now you have to buy the compressor and what ever else it takes to get the car back on the road. OR it could be toyota trying to screw the customer. Anyway thanks for videos Ivan !

[@jacquesdaoud4263]

the toyota dealer they will hate you very nice job

[@tqdinh2]

Yes😂

[@hiwamamin3882]

Great work 👍 👍

[@ryanorr1230]

Looks great, Do you know how long did it lasted ?

[@cargenius9730]

Nice idea. Did the repair hold up? Also, what would happen in an event of the compressor seizing ? I believe that's a safety device where in if seized it disconnects the pulley from the shaft.

[@jim2611]

Hi Shane, I think that would be the disadvantage of Ivan's fix. You risk the fan belt breaking and coming off. From my research, I think you are right. There is an aluminium circlip that keeps the outer plate which drives the axle/shaft connected to the pulley driven by the fan belt. The circlip is fragile and collapses when the shaft siezes and that disconnects the axle/shaft from the pulley driven by the fan belt. If the circlip breaks because of age and not due to compressor axle/shaft seizing then Ivan's fix will work as long as the compressor doesn't seize. Apart from a new compressor, I think the cheaper fix may be replacing the pulley section if you can find one on eBay.

[@b5bus]

I totally agree. I tried this fix on my ac compressor and noticed that my compressor was seizing up and instead of a breakaway it killed the engine. I do not recommend this fix at all.

[@luvyu6102]

how can we find out whether it's the compressor seize or not ?@@jim2611

[@cristianparra8515]

Excelente video, md sirvió mucho ❤

[@ryanmacewen511]

Awesome. So, for background, some safety shear mechanism triggered or failed? Trying to learn these variable compressor designs. I have 2 Audi blowing luke warm. Grrr.

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

My 2004 Ford one still works great. Ice cold.

[@elcheapo5302]

I cannot argue with results. But I will add $1000 compressors to the long list of reasons why I'll never own a Toyota. Very creative, Ivan!

[@KCautodoctor]

It is not just Toyota that is going to clutchless AC compressors. They are being used by many different vehicle manufacturers now.

[@JackS425]

I haven't seen any on domestics, I know for sure my ecoboost focus is normal clutch type, as well as the multiair jeeps.

[@KCautodoctor]

Jack S Per a major AC component manufacturer's website -- "With the continuing effort to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions, many manufacturers are now using Electronic Control Variable Displacement (ECV) compressors. This design is gradually becoming standard on many vehicles. BMW, Chrysler, General Motors, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, Nissan Infiniti, Subaru, Toyota/Lexus, VW/Audi/Porsche are now using it on different models." i know for a fact they are used on some Cadillac and Chrysler models, because I have had to replace clutchless AC compressors on some of those models. I do not have access to my notes right now, but will look when I get into work tomorrow for exact domestic models using the cluthless AC compressor.

[@JackS425]

good to know, i guess I have a really small sample size. I can appreciate why they use them, id love to see the list just for future reference.

[@mansonmydog]

Ford just hasn't caught up yet.

[@wyattoneable]

It's funny you mention Keith. I see that he made a comment already. But hey, if you can save the customer some money and teach us DIY'ers a trick then I say well done.

[@mrlawn4752]

Wonder if some self tapping screws would achieve the same results?