Honda Civic (10th Gen) - Replace A/C Condenser and Recharge System (AC Condenser, Front Bumper)

[@1DerfulSniping]

Mr Bilek your tutorial was invaluable and I couldnt have replaced mine without it, Thank you for taking the time to make this

[@johnl9135]

Common issue with 2016-2021 Honda Civic, Honda extended the warranty for AC compressor seals and condenser. Just had my wife vehicle replaced the seals on the compressor and replaced with new condenser from Honda on 7/15/23 for free. Love your video, very detailed instructions.

[@ozzieseda]

Just had mine replaced today under that extended warranty letter Honda sent out last year, for free as well.

[@nelson8708yahoo]

Video was a huge help in finding all the hidden clips to remove the front bumper. Thanks for putting out a well edited and detailed video

[@MrAges-yi2fc]

Outstanding video, my son and I need to replace the condenser in his 2017 Honda Civic. The info you have provided, thoroughly, competently and concisely explains what must be done. Great job!

[@obhenx]

Thanks for this sharing,bro.... I needed this. Good job.. 😍

[@robertomoe6027]

I liked and subscribed this could’ve been a 10 minute video but it’s so detailed literally shows every bolt and screw and location great video

[@gws108]

Great video. Ridiculous that these 2016-2021 Civics are not recalled. Ive been a loyal Honda customer for a very long time, but this is enough to make a change. Hello Toyota Camry.

[@Cultofpersonality09129]

They are. 10 year warranty.

[@con2nor4]

Wesley Chapel Honda in Florida just quoted me $2800 to replace condenser and compressor. The car has 44k miles on it and blows cool air out of the drivers vents, not cold. I mentioned this 19-091 recall and was told my car did not qualify. I think they were trying to scam me so I picked up the car and complained to corporate. At the end of the day, I'm screwed. Will just shoot it with some refrigerant and see how long it lasts. Never going to a dealership again.

[@evelynedwin2472]

Funny you said that. I was on vacation last week in FL and stayed on the Best Western in front of Sleep Inn in Wesley Chapel (just a couple of blocks away from that stealership) and I actually planned on stopping by to inquire about my AC... Glad I didn’t. My ‘17 civic HB just hit 44k miles on that trip.

[@edmondlau511]

How has the system held up after the recharge?

[@edmondlau511]

@@Joey-yq5se been 3 weeks for me and it’s held up. I read someone in a Civic forum having lasted 1 year and counting on a charge after discovering this problem.

[@dondwiiplanets245]

Today I went to Honda dealer because my AC is not cooling at all. It is a 2021 Honda civic Touring. They checked the car and said the condensor is leaking and has to be replaced. A new one is ordered and I have to go there in a week to replace it. It is great that everything is covered by warranty.

[@artbyveny]

Piotr, thanks to your video tutorial I completed the job today on our 2018 Civic that lost AC due to faulty condenser. Back in business. Much appreciated your time and effort! Excellent job!

[@steve8803]

why did you do it yourself? Take it to the dealer and they fix it for free. Honda has extended the warranty to 10 years.

[@S4Y24]

you can call corporate Honda and they will reimbirse you. Provide receipts

[@levent8208]

If you're not a mechanic, I'm impressed.

[@behindthebuild.671]

Thank you for this, my AC isn’t blowing cold air anymore. Going to DIY, now I feel comfortable doing it

[@whataname01]

Boy Honda use to be reliable car, I have a 2009 CRV and had not major problems and the AC is still real cool. Bought a used 2018 Clarity with 25k and now have AC problem. I'm screwed now learning about these AC issues.

[@evelynedwin2472]

Yep. Unfortunately Honda are not what they used to be. Toyota on the other hand, they still pride on quality - I hope no greedy exec takes over that company and ruins that.

[@behindthebuild.671]

Just wanted to say thank you for this video. This really helped me from taking the car to the dealership. And I don’t want anyone touching my car. Much appreciated Sir 🤙🏽

[@steve8803]

The dealership would've fixed it for free.

[@zino6661]

I have the same car (2016 EX-T) I bought it new. I received a letter from Honda last year about the extended warranty. last week the AC stopped cooling I called Honda about the issue and they asked me to take it to the dealer for diagnosis. If the dealer ask for more than $50 for diagnosis, I will replace it myself. After market condenser ~ $50 + oil + O Ring + Refrigerant probably around $120 max. Plus, I don't trust the guy at the dealer removing and breaking some of these too many clips and screws In 2007 I replaced a condenser and rebuilt the cracked compressor for my friend 2004 Infinity coupe. Dealer wanted couple thousands dollar to do it. I fixed the crack with J-B Weld $7 from Walmart (yes believe it) . AC was still working flawlessly the day he sold the car in 2015 Well, I went to the dealer today, and he wants $250 just for diagnosis. I'm shopping for parts

[@gimne]

How’d it go?

[@evelynedwin2472]

I called Honda today about that. First she quoted me $130 for diagnosis. Then she put me on hold for about 2 minutes and came back with a $180 diagnosis. Boy do I hate stealership!

[@dearxshawnna]

Went to Honda with this issue a little over a week ago and they told me it would be a minimum of $1800 for everything, LOL. They're wild at the dealership.

[@MizSandry]

Did you manage to replace it yourself? Dealer is quoting me almost $1900 for the replacement. Did you go with an oem condenser? Did you find any differences in this video versus ex-t?

[@BlueF350]

Thank you for this video!! I praise your wrenching skills. I would trust you, and I trust very few people to touch my cars. You did it by the book!! Great work man!!

[@meuestilovivi2172]

I got a letter in the mail last year and thankfully my 2016 was under the extended warranty because it stopped cooling this year. I just got it back from Honda, they had it over a week because the condenser was on back order but they replaced it free of charge, hope that fixes the problem and there is not another part in the AC system that leaks.

[@harrysaini2379]

Were the fins on your condenser bad by any means? I have a 2016 civic too, and I have booked an appointment for diagnosis but I am pretty sure it’s condenser based on so many people with same issue. But my condenser’s fins seem quite messed up maybe from road debris. Not sure if it’s worth paying couple hundred for diagnosis at a dealership, they might just say it’s not a bad condenser, it’s just damaged so they can’t fix it under warranty.

[@gajjalavivek]

@@harrysaini2379 Don't go to dealer. A lot of people has faced the same issue. Dealer will say that it won't be covered under warranty if the fins are badly damaged. You will get all the condenser related parts for the same diagnosis fee.

[@harrysaini2379]

Vivekananda Reddy thanks for the reply, actually I have been to dealer already and apparently even though my condenser’s fins were in pretty bad condition the actual coil was not damaged, so they agreed to do it under warranty. I saw the letter Honda published for this warranty and in that they had a couple pictures of what kind of damage voids warranty and what kind doesn’t, I checked and I took the risk. It was well worth it. :)

[@jacksonsilva6335]

@@harrysaini2379 is your ac ice cold? I just got mine replaced and now it’s barely cold

[@harrysaini2379]

@@jacksonsilva6335 yeah it takes about 10-15 minutes on a hot day to start blowing ice cold air, which I think is normal, but I can immediately feel that it’s working when I turn it on. The mechanic should have checked before finalizing the repair, I don’t know what else to say but If it doesn’t feel cold after a few minutes then I suggest you go back to them.

[@MrCuscio]

hi, thanks for the video. I replaced my condenser and put oil directly from the condenser (top inlet) only now it seems the system is clogged. The system worked fine (apart from the condenser leak) before the replacement, now only warm air comes out. The compressor works. High pressure and low pressure are the same, so I think the condenser is clogged with oil. What do you think? Thank you

[@SmileStash77]

Mr Bilek, you are amazing!! thank you do this amazing detailed tutorial.

[@edwardboot3431]

Thanks for putting this video together, very helpful! Road debris damaged my factory condenser. I just finished the job on my '17 Civic EX-T, I got my AC back! All the steps except for a couple things were different with mine. The first, my Civic has fog lights, when the bumper is disconnected, just unplug the fog lights. The second thing, my car had stupid, annoying plastic pieces around the condenser that made it very hard to get the condenser in and out. I was able to loosen the plastic on the left by removing two plastic clips (similar to the ones used everywhere). The plastic was still annoying/in the way. I bumped some of the fins on the new condenser against the hood latch trying to deal with the annoying plastic pieces, fortunately it did not damage the condenser and cause a leak. Anyone dealing with the EX-T models, just be prepared to run into that, and be very weary not to bump your condenser on the hood latch. Also some more generalized advice, I put masking tape on my bumper around the headlights where you have to wedge the plastic bumper removal tools in the remove the whole bumper off the car. Last thing for others out there, I put r134a pag oil as well as 134a refrigerant into my system. The '17+ models now all use r1234yf refrigerant. r1234yf and r134a are essentially interchangeable. r1234yf is (literally) 1000x more better for the environment and care companies (especially in Europe) are being forced to use it by default now. I'm all for greener solutions, but one 12 ounce can of the new stuff runs $45-60 dollars. Way overpriced IMO and not mainstream enough (yet). I charged it with a $5 can of r134a from Walmart!

[@gimne]

Did you go with an oem replacement?

[@mohamedtahaahmed3306]

Accurate and informative, outstanding tutorial, thank you vey much , god bless you ❤

[@eecc17]

Video is Much appreciated especially the part numbers

[@JordyAuto]

Hello. If I accidentally unscrewed a bolt of my ac line and let my refrigerant out, do I need to add oil to the system, or do I just pull the vacuum and add refrigerant, thank you!

[@sandorulaki8192]

Nice video, thank you. Question. How did you find out it was the condenser leaking? I put dye charge in mine but I cant see straightforward evidence.

[@yvesmayrand9649]

Good instructions. Thank you. This is well done.

[@marcodelcastillo7380]

I believe that 2016 - 2018 have a recall on condenser, check your Vin to see if qualifies , you maybe qualify for refund on expenses , I received letter with this info , and it says unlimited miles. Good luck.

[@huangyade]

Hi, vaccum is a must ?

[@grzegorztabenski6287]

Good job I have a Civic 1.5 HB made in England. After replacing the condenser, add 25 ml of oil to the system?

[@emmanuelgarcia3283]

Thanks for the amazing video but the big question at hand is, how much does this cost to do?

[@helangqelate]

Thanks you for toturial… if change condenser, but can i just add oil 25ml to low pressure hole not direct add oil to condenser?

[@rodcruz1333]

Awesome video! Very detailed! By the way, I have 2016 civic EX, is it the same process?

[@edwardboot3431]

Working on me Ex-t model as I type this. Ex is same procedure! I have the fog lights and the only extra step was unplugging them. The intercooler is also out of the way so no extra work getting at the condenser. Hope this helps you and others with Ex and turbo models!

[@nathanebert8255]

You’re awesome man! Great details and helped me through it!

[@mikeschannel1418]

Good morning Piotr. I have been looking for 2016 civic lx information for weeks,Finialy came across You.Watched Your video and was a Great video. Do You know the high and low pressures when the ac full blast on recuriclate? You make some very good videos,All the information without the extra information we don't need. Thank You Piotr,You have a Blessed day.

[@cj1613]

i was able to remove the condensor without taking bumper off just take metal bracket off yes plastic clips are in a tight spot but very simple,to do this 30 min it took update you can get this under warranty for this just make sure to remove any debris on condenser ie rocks,wood ,plastic glass,etc

[@26point2man]

got a video of it?

[@cj1613]

@@26point2man not really which part are you having difficulty with

[@andreitatchin1265]

Thanks for tutorial. I found I gap in your tutorial. Maybe you can explain it. Once you are ready to recharge and you connected refrigerant can to a yellow tube. After that you purged air from yellow tube. I assume after that you opened valve on your can to fill yellow tube with refrigerant after that. Started your car and then you mentioned opening blue valve. What about the red one? Does it remain closed all the way till finished filling all refrigerant? Much thanks

[@PiotrBilek]

red (high pressure) stays closed at all times

[@money58610]

How much oil did you put on the ac compressor it’s self. Does that oil you used capacity still apply to the ac compressor ?

[@artbyveny]

Hi Piotr, thak you for making this video guide. what is the tapper you are using to connect to the yellow line?

[@layzy24]

Where did you get your vacuum pump from? And gauges from? Are they specific gauges for 1234yf refrigerant? Links?

[@ontarioobserver1287]

Honda has put a 10 year extended warranty on these AC compressors in Canada .Mine was just blowing warm air a few days ago...Took it to the Honda dealer outside Toronto Ontario Canada and they replaced the condenser for free.....This is an extended warranty not a recall.....In addition to the condenser they replaced the piping to the condenser...I can not see why they would not do it in the US...check with your dealer...

[@jab1521]

Piotr, Not sure if this has been asked, but do you remember what your pressure was reading after you added the correct amount of refrigerant?

[@noseandfins1]

are the o rings different?which one on top and bottom?

[@evelynedwin2472]

Thank you very much for taking the time to make this detailed video on this process. Where did you get the Gauge, Hose and vacuum for the R1234yf refrigerant? Did you get it from the loaner tools at the autoparts store (which one) or did you purchase it?

[@PiotrBilek]

I purchased them from Amazon. Links below www.amazon.com/OrionMotorTech-Refrigeration-Evacuation-Recharging-Diagnostic/dp/B07GBMYH24 www.amazon.com/Mastercool-83272-R1234yf-Aluminum-Manifold/dp/B007K92PLQ

[@artbyveny]

Piotr, thank you for taking time to make this video! The Orion manifold and vacuum pump set you used says it is for Diagnostic R134a R22 R410a, no mention for R1234yf, but you used for civic with R1234yf. Sounds like it is compatible with ports for systems using R1234yf?

[@gmolina1561]

Great video! Can you tell me the pressures on your low and high pressure lines once you put the correct amount of refrigerant in?

[@se23333]

Skąd wiedziałeś że to condenser jest nie dobry, czy miałeś jakiś widoczny wyciek freonu z tamtąd?

[@jeromea9786]

Great job and thanks. This is exactly what I've been looking for. The detail you provided makes it easy for me to follow. Thanks a lot!

[@doctoratiq]

if oil leakage it should be reapair or change

[@jacksonsilva6335]

The dealer replaced mine but the Ac is a little weak. What do you think it is, the condenser?

[@brownlatern38]

Just did this. I ended up forgetting to add the oil to the condenser. Don't most condensers come with the oil? I haven't charged the system yet.

[@JH24681]

You did god’s work thank you

[@AlthasiO1]

Hi, Does anybody know the dimensions of the condenser by any chance? I've been trying to find on and I found like 3 to 4 different dimensions ... I'm talking after market, OEM is extremely expensive here and hard to find

[@o.c.2470]

How do you keep you hood so clean??!

[@carloscolon1009]

Great video, thanks

[@mohammadghannam3574]

Thank you so much for sharing this information with us, I have a question please, can I do the same thing you did on my car but without using the vacuum ( because I don't have one) ?? Thank you again

[@PiotrBilek]

It is recommended that you vacuum the system. You may have problems in the long run if you don’t get any air and water out of the system.

[@doctoratiq]

can a dent in condensor can be repair?

[@gowtham7295]

Did you buy an OEM replacement condenser? Have you had any problems since you replaced it?

[@PiotrBilek]

I used an aftermarket condenser. No issues to this day.

[@cross8215]

@@PiotrBilek what aftermarket condenser ?

[@3311kg]

How long does this charge last? 4-5 years??

[@oElusive]

Do I just buy one of each of the o rings listed in the description ?

[@PiotrBilek]

You just need one of each (if you are working on just one vehicle).

[@reejojoseph6040]

hi, my 2007 Honda civic's ac is not working. it is blowing hot air. when i took it to the local dealership, they told me there is a stone chip on my condenser and the give me quote for $1050 to fix it. i just noticed that my ac compressor is not spinning. will the compressor stop working if there is a chip on the condenser?

[@PiotrBilek]

For the a/c compressor to turn on, there needs to be a certain amount of pressure in the system. If the pressure is too low or too high, the compressor will not turn on. If there is a chip in the condenser, then most likely the a/c system lost refrigerant and there is not enough pressure. There is always the possibility that the compressor went out, blown fuse, wire disconnected, etc.

[@tedtan6449]

The BLACKEYE to Honda. I've discouraged my family because of this.

[@CymanSezz69]

great video ...could you post a parts list with part numbers ??? Thanks

[@PiotrBilek]

Double check the part numbers. Use your vin to make sure they are the correct parts. Parts Needed (00:17) A/C Condenser Compressor Oil O-rings Refrigerant Replacement Clips (01:44) The parts I used for my vehicle (00:34) Some information about my car A/C Condenser 80100-TBA-A01 2.0L NA Engine 80100-TBC-A01 1.5L (possibly diluting oil) Turbo Engine 80100-TGN-G01 2.0L Turbo Engine Compressor Oil/Refrigerant (00:45) 38899-RLV-A01/HFO-1234yf KA and KC Emission Codes 38897-PR7-A01/HFC-134a KX Emission Code O-rings 80872-SN7-003 1/2in 80873-ST7-000 8mm Replacement Clips 91505-TM8-003 91501-S04-003 (91512-SX0-003 was discontinued) 91504-TBA-A01

[@ramsayala5415]

Piotr Are the o rings the same for a 2019 Honda civic touring ?

[@PiotrBilek]

o rings should be the same

[@ramsayala5415]

My civic was build in Japan So 25 ml of oil to add to condenser Correct ?? Just making sure Thank you

[@ramsayala5415]

Piotr your reply doesn’t show

[@juangiggsable]

I need a picture of the high pressure switch harness and wires.....can u help or email a picture?

[@juangiggsable]

Bought a salvage car and need to know which wires i need to splice into as i got the connector off ebay.......but i see 3 bare wires.......red.....green ....purple that are suppose to go to the harness of the high limit switch......

[@codeeb8761]

What vacuum pump did you use? Where did you get it?

[@PiotrBilek]

Orion Motor Tech 5CFM Vacuum Pump Got it from Amazon, link below www.amazon.com/OrionMotorTech-Refrigeration-Evacuation-Recharging-Diagnostic/dp/B07GBMYH24

[@juliorubalcava95]

Will the pag 46 oil work for the condensor ? And how much fluid did you add to condensor

[@PiotrBilek]

It depends on your vehicle. If you use the wrong oil, it will cause problems. Find the ac sticker on the hood and that should tell you what refrigerant it uses. For US models, it will also have the type of oil. If the system uses HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf), then the oil it uses is RL85HM (POE oil). The part number for RL85HM is 38899-RLV-A01. If the system uses HFC-134a (R-134a), then the oil it uses is DENSO ND-OIL 8 (PAG oil). The part number for DENSO ND-OIL 8 is 38897-PR7-A01AH. If you have a US/Canada production model, then you are adding 50mL (1 2/3 fl-oz). If you have anything other than a US/Canada production model, then you are adding 25mL (5/6 fl-oz). For my civic, I used 50mL of RL85HM (POE oil). I bought the oil from Right Honda. The link is below. www.righthonda.com/order-parts/?path=%2Fsearch%3Fsearch_str%3D38899rlva01 Do this at your own risk. I will not be held liable for anyone/anything.

[@juliorubalcava95]

@@PiotrBilek i ended up getting compressor oil from oreilys for the r1234yf ac system

[@Btu555]

@@PiotrBilek I am just curious where do you get the 50ml from because from honda civic user manual it states between 4.7 to 6.3 cu-in (77 - 103cm3) so 50 ml is a little low. Also the vacuum part is just to insure it's not leaking, right? thanks.

[@PiotrBilek]

@@Btu555 I was replacing the a/c condenser and since I have a U.S. production model, I have to add 50mL of RL85HM. If I was replacing the a/c compressor, then I would make sure that the new compressor has the same amount of oil as the oil compressor. It should be somewhere between 77-103mL. I am pulling a vacuum to make sure there are no leaks and that there is no air and/or water in my system.

[@marcoflores3151]

Is it 50ml of oil as well for the 1.5l turbo engines

[@PiotrBilek]

Most likely yes (assuming it is a US/Canada production model) USA/Canada production models - 50 mL (1 2/3 fl oz) Except US/Canada production models - 25 mL (5/6 fl oz) Si - 50 mL (1 2/3 fl oz) Type-R - 25 mL (5/6 fl oz) Hope this helps. Do this at your own risk.

[@toddh2410]

Honda extended coverage of the condenser for first 10 years of operation of the car. You don’t need to do it yourself. Honda will do it.

[@remelitomendoza6666]

U didn’t know that there is a recall for the condenser for 2016-2018 Honda Civic? They change mine last year for free. And lifetime warranty

[@PiotrBilek]

I knew there was something but I did not want to deal with the dealer. If they claim foreign object damage, then I am out $300 USD (a/c diagnostic fee). I would rather take that $300 and buy the things I need to fix my car. And besides, I like picking up a wrench and doing it myself. I still have the bumper to bumper warranty from Honda till Feb 2021 since it was a certified preowned when i bought it.

[@vikkicarr3255]

They changed mines for free today! There is an extended warranty on 2016-2018

[@jordanle8691]

did you replace the ac drier receiver ?

[@PiotrBilek]

A/c condenser and receiver/dryer desiccant are together on this vehicle. They were both replaced.

[@andy92gta]

no need to do this on your own - - - - Honda put a 10 year warranty extension on the condensor

[@brentsegura9205]

Compressor** (if it was replaced)

[@colbydavis5338]

Very thorough. Thank you!

[@Shotdowwn]

The front facia is not that fragile lol

[@damaradamara2660]

Hi thank you for video! Can you say me code serial number of part Ac condenser? Thank you :)

[@PiotrBilek]

I used an aftermarket condenser. The part number is below. keep in mind, my civic has a 2.0L engine. Make sure it is compatible for your vehicle. Murray Climate Control A/C Condenser With Drier Part #7-30007

[@marcosmadrigal1446]

dude really, you could of been a little quicker. . . I'll find another video or you're going to be paying me to watch lol