Honda Civic Si Remove & Replace A/C Compressor DIY (2006-2011 Civic Si)

Have a 06-11 honda civic si & need to replace your a/c compressor? Here i provide a step-by-step easy diy tutorial, so enjoy! #8thgencivicsi #2007hondacivicsi #k20z3
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[@tonyb3458]

Thank you very much for your video, it helps me a lot. For those wondering whether you can change the a/c compressor clutch without take the compressor out, it is totally possible (but will take a lot of time), I just done this today. You don't have to take your bumper and alternator off, just need to take the bottom cover off and follow steps in this video to take the top cover and metal bar off (metal don't have to be off you can just lift it out of the way to remove the radiator fan), when you remove the radiator fan there is plenty of space to remove the a/c top 2 bolt.

[@tjcarpenter8615]

Thank you for the video! Just changed my compressor and this made a job I thought would be very difficult, relatively simple

[@AujiTheSquirrel]

Would love to know more about what you did as far as pulling a vacuum on the system and more about hooking up the expansion valve and receiver/dryer. Great videos!

[@taylorstewart3374]

Absolutely love your channel. You save my ass and my wallet day after day. Keep it up!!

[@audiemuniz6445]

Nice.! My civic is 2010 and to remove the compressor have to remove alternator move to side w/o remove the wires. Nice video

[@jamesmeaney9072]

Thank you for the detail! I ordered my replacement parts today and I'll be using your video.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Glad i could help you out! What brands did you end up going with? Thanks for the support

[@sergiojacoby6131]

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[@alechendrix9367]

Love the videos man keep it up!

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Houston Fiends love your support, keep it up 🙏🏻

[@shawnz241]

Thanks for the video! I am about to tackle an Acura CSX tomorrow and expect it to be similar!

[@TheGerbsteve]

Np homie... really hope it helps you out. Tried my best with details. I have faith in you 🤙🏼

[@Kenny-ru8ll]

Hey gerb I’m getting ready to change my ac compressor. Already change my condenser thanks to your video. I’m thinking about going with denso. My question is do I need to get anything else. Since this is only the compressor itself. Thanks

[@davidvlogs870]

Finally have the confidence to change mine. Thanks!

[@TheGerbsteve]

+David Vlogs Do it! I have faith in you. I made this vid for all of you who need the help and want to save $$, keep 🔧'n

[@frankalmauger9942]

@@TheGerbsteve how is the ac compressor holding up? What’s the link for the ac compressor you bought

[@ryanl8340]

Just going to do this a second time LOL. Don't go cheap on the compressor. Used a sub $200 one from rockauto and it took a dump on me after about 1.5 years (hole blown right out of the side - guessing the high pressure switch on the compressor didn't do it's job). Just ordered a denso one today which is what I should've done in the first place. And just a few pointers; that compressor you originally pulled in the video is the original factory equipped one with the green label that turns into a super charger after around 50-60k miles. Only the 1.8 civics got denso compressors. Also, no need to remove the alternator; just the passenger side cooling fan. And the radiator cover doesn't need to be completely removed (just unbolt it and swing it over to the right side). Also the whole bumper doesn't need to be removed either, just those top two grill screws (with Allen heads). Somebody previously was saying that you can get it from underneath but believe he's smoking something (maybe that works on a standard civic but there's no room with the 2.0L - even if you slid the compressor over by the bellhousing you would still need to drop the subframe a couple of inches. And believe it is standard practice to drain all of the old shipping oil from the compressor and put fresh stuff in there. IDK why they bother, maybe it's a warranty thing for people who forget to add oil but that PAG oil is like brake fluid and sucks up any moisture. Not sure if I would trust it coming from overseas.

[@JamesSmith-Jtz]

I think you got it beat now bro, great video. I'm going to change out my A.C. compressor using your vid. Great info.

[@TheGerbsteve]

+James Smith update vid will be coming soon. Thanks man, it went fairly well. Lmk how you make out man, never stop wrenching 🔧🔧👊🏼

[@JamesSmith-Jtz]

Gerb Productions will do, btw, where did you order your compressor from? Imma follow your lead bro.

[@TheGerbsteve]

+James Smith I ordered it from eBay. Living that eBay life haha

[@JamesSmith-Jtz]

Gerb Productions yo bro it's all good. I'm headed to the bay to order mines now 😂😂 #i'mballin'onabudget

[@skeetersummers1540]

Dude really cool you included torque specs and call to incompetent dealer LMFAOOOO. Bro if you were in AZ we would have some beers…. You really showed humility and knowledge everything a “shade tree” mechanic should be really enjoyed thank you thank you thank you

[@jorgelopez6673]

Awesome job bro!

[@TheGerbsteve]

Thanks for the support man

[@FlexerPivot]

Hey @Gerb was wondering if you have to drain / take out the refrigerant first (do you)? Please correct me if I’m wrong too. I’m about to do my first AC compressor and condenser job on my SI next week, definitely nervous!!

[@guadaluperuiz6413]

Good video man, my a/c compressor just messed up on my 07 Honda Civic SI. A/C compressor is a bit expensive, do you or anyone happen to know where I can get a serpentine belt that bypasses the a/c compressor

[@MrMISTAmarcus]

Cool to see your channel grow.

[@TheGerbsteve]

+marcus alcala Very slow, but steady growth. It's crazy man, I remember when i first started

[@MrMISTAmarcus]

Haha yea. So have you monotized your vids and all that yet ?

[@TheGerbsteve]

+marcus alcala Yeah, the majority of my vids are monotized man

[@pearldrums92]

Gerb... about to tackle this wanted to know how your ac was going now a days. 3 oz of oil enough?

[@TheGrowOp]

Not bad. Helped with getting my alternator out. I didn't replace my whole compressor but just the AC clutch, thru the wheel well. Definitely will be removing it completely next time if something happens haha.

[@ivanc8533]

did this fix your sound issues?

[@TheGrowOp]

@@ivanc8533 no sound issue yet. But clutch was worn out and ac was intermittent, tho if there was a noise issue brewing I reset it as the AC rebuilt kit came with new pulley and bearing.

[@deeday3187]

I’m also having a whining sound come from my car. I changed the idler pulley, belt tensioner pulley and alternator and I still have the whining sound. Did the whining sound go away for you after you changed the a/c compressor? If it’s not the a/c compressor it’s gotta be the water pump. What do you think?

[@williamgonzalez143]

My guy 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@xbox360live247]

So I ordered mine from rock auto also saw comment awesome price compared to Honda, autozone and advance. Idk if i missed it but mine came with ac expansion valve were does that go ?

[@Jason-if5qf]

are the bottom ac compressor bolts shorter then the top ones? I am doing my compressor and if you are looking at the car the bottom right compressor bolt of the 4 main ones hits the oil pan when I am reinstalling it. I purchased 4 new bolts as I stripped one out when I was removing it. Are the some of the 4 main bolts different lengths?

[@anthonyalford397]

Ur ac still working? Honestly I dnt wanna have to do the expand valve or drier lol. U didn’t u say so I hope urs is still working. Let me know. Ima end up changing my compressor ASAP

[@hecks_b_rex]

At 9:39 I’m trying to track down that same whine noise you mentioned, my suspicion is the alternator as well! What did you find out? Thanks

[@mikew9893]

helped me alot...thankyou

[@TheGerbsteve]

Np, anytime

[@Dan-lx7ok]

Good write up my man, the tq specs on the 2 10mm bolts on the compressor are 7.2ft/lbs btw so 7 opposed to 8 is probably a little bit better if you want to add an annotation (Pulled from the service manual :) )

[@Dan-lx7ok]

Also, here are the numbers for the oil that shoudl be added for each component of the system :) civic.hondafitjazz.com/A00/HTML/10/SNB6E10G10100050652KBAT00.HTML "A/C condenser . 50 mL (1 2/3 fl·oz, 1.8 Imp·oz) Evaporator . 40 mL (1 1/3 fl·oz, 1.4 Imp·oz) Line or hose . 10 mL (1/3 fl·oz, 0.4 Imp·oz) Receiver/Dryer . 10 mL (1/3 fl·oz, 0.4 Imp·oz) Leakage repair . 25 mL (5/6 fl·oz, 0.9 Imp·oz) A/C compressor . Since the oil separator is equipped inside the compressor for this vehicle, oil drainage is unnecessary at the time of compressor replacement. "

[@TheGerbsteve]

Thanks for the support bro!

[@bogartthegod1177]

Sweet glad I found this video gonna help alot thanks!! Did you ever get video of the heater drier and other part you were gonna change?

[@TheGerbsteve]

I did not man, just replaced condenser and compressor

[@bogartthegod1177]

@@TheGerbsteve hey thanks for the reply..one more question if ya don't mind....was the 3.oz you put in compressor enough? No issues since? I have the same problem mine came with some oil in it already and a bottle of PG but says to drain it and re add?

[@jackhofalot6705]

One hell of a vid my man! Very informative and you got A LOT of the job on film. I am happy to see you do things the rightest way possible.I think your problem will be solved. Reason I say this is because you mentioned the compressor you took out had barely any oil in it. Good luck and I hope it works out! Love the vids!! Keep it up!

[@TheGerbsteve]

+HondamanFG2 Vtec I try the best I can to be the most informative with the knowledge I know 👌🏼... I'm hoping so. Update Vid will be up soon. Thanks for the support 🙏🏻, see you soon 🔧

[@tylermcminn2410]

Do you know the thread size on these top bolts mine vibrated out and I can’t seem to find the right ones at the store to fit ?

[@corymanka]

Wow nice job

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Cory Manka Thanks cuz... Went very well

[@audiemuniz6445]

What was wrong with the compressor in the firts place? If was noise it coming from the front berarin.and simple you can change the front clutch like I did in my.

[@lil2tamil2soulja]

Did you have all the freon removed first?

[@brettdonati]

Did you put in the valve or the other pieces that came with the compressor?

[@oaguirre013]

What issues did you have that you swapped out the compressor? My 8th gen is acting up. The compressor turns on and engages but my rpm’s drop to 500 rpm , then the compressor disengages, goes back up to 900 rpm for a moment, then drops again when it rengages. Then that cycle repeats til I turn off the ac. The engine almost stalls and drives weird when that’s happening

[@alexdiaz680]

Is the k24 ac compressor the same as the k20ac

[@oaguirre013]

My si has started to not blow cold air today. But it gets slightly colder if I am flooring it… bad a/c compressor? Helppp

[@GarriTrooper]

I read somewhere that the clutch might not be engaging because there's not enough freon/refrigerant/R134A in it. Is this the case? And if so, should I first just try to add refrigerant before doing any other diagnostics? I'm saying should that be the first thing I do if the air is running warm. Or should I first check to see if the condenser clutches are engaging/spinning. And then add freon? In other words, even if the clutches are not engaging should I first add freon before trying to get them engaged. Because the lack of freon might be the cause of the clutch not engaging? I have a 2006 Honda Civic.

[@chillhill6388]

Liebe Dich Ad R134A first and if the clutch doesn’t engage you may have a bad compressor Remember to turn your air on high and coldest temperature while adding the 134 And check your AC compressor relay fuse. Good luck

[@John-qc1zv]

Good video, my AC/System goes On and OFF when driving and create condensation on the vent. Do you know if vacuum and re-fill with the gas will fix the problem or should I change the compressor ? Thank you

[@TheGerbsteve]

Thank you bud... Try adding a bid of AC refrigerant first and check the system for leaks. It could be compressor, condenser, ac line, fuse, etc

[@John-qc1zv]

@@TheGerbsteve I checked the system and low leak. I pull out a full 1 pounds out of it. Qhen adding it back the pressure was low, 100psi, should be close to 150 someone told me.

[@NightFlight1973]

This is great! I have to pull mine out. Already did the altenator based on previous video from Gerb. My compressor runs cool air if it will engage, but blows a fuse when it tries. I put a hockey stick fown there to force the clutch to engage while running, and AC is ice cold. So I got myself a clutch kit off Amazon for ~ $70 USD. Its really common for the clutch to go and the compressor be just fine. $350 vs $70. We'll see if I can figure out the clutch. Looks like its just snap rings for the swap. I'll probably swap the oil and the rings after watching this. Any idea where to finda an o-ring kit for the compressor lines?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Glad i could help you out! I'd try local parts stores or a honda parts site for the o-rings. OEM o-rings will last the longest.

[@NightFlight1973]

@@TheGerbsteve actually found a vid to pull off the clutch without removing the compressor. In my case that makes a lot more sense. Love all your vids

[@chrisvarns8584]

Is there a separate video for the expansion valve? I dont know how to get to it without cutting part of my dash behind the glovebox

[@TheGerbsteve]

Not that Ik of. Was going to replace mine, but I almost had it until I couldn’t access one screw behind the heater core, I said “fuck this” lol

[@kushalprajapati8472]

Man just a quick question for ya. I just bought 8th gen si, has injen intake. Car runs great but the problem im having is from the AC. Whenever i turn the fan on it gives me a hissing sound & it goes up as the fan speed. What do you think it has?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Sure it's not your serpentine belt?

[@GianniAdduci]

Very good video. How do you normally find out the proper amount of torque to use in the bolts? Do you look online?

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Gianni Adduci appreciate it! Let's just say I have a little secret manual 😉... sometimes I look online though

[@jackhofalot6705]

Gianni I use an online manual. google search "jazz honda manual" and you can figure it out from there. :)

[@user-fn5fj2wq5z]

Do you remember if there was a gap between the bottom of the compressor and the compressor bracket?

[@cf-xu9sy]

How was the compressor and ac after replacing it?did your car shake while idling with the bad compressor?

[@TheGerbsteve]

It was pretty easy... Nah, it didn’t shake, just sounded supercharged

[@AhRamboRo]

Can u do like wat the problem befor u do anything that be helpful

[@tootsie1122]

Did this fix the whining noise? Because I own a 06 civic si and it's giving me a whining noise also, I just changed out the alternator yesterday and that wasnt the problem.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Yes it did. I would highly recommend that you look into this. Some of the symptoms of was having is an aggressive whine noise, car stalling, and wear on my serpentine belt. Wish you the best luck

[@PRODA23]

How did you drain your AC out? Tried lookin for videos but most won't get to the point. Do I need specific tools or?

[@TheGerbsteve]

I brought it to a shop. They need to vacuum it out with a special hose.

[@harry40917]

Hello I have a AUDM civic 2.0(k20z2), recently the ac clutch doesn't engage when it's hot. Just wondering if there is any chance to move the compressor a bit to the left-hand side(Driver-side in US) of the car but not remove the ac lines so I can have some more clearance in order to access ac clutch without recharge ac system

[@jaronmeyer2430]

did you ever solve this? trying to replace the ac clutch on my k20z3 and i really don’t want to drain the lines and remove my compressor

[@cleatcheck45]

@@jaronmeyer2430ke off the serp belt, loosen brackets on lines up top, take out the compressor bolts and let the compressor sit on the sub frame. It’ll give you enough clearance to remove the clutch shims with a baby impact. You replace the clutch all together if you like

[@chrislgv3094]

Hey man, where did you get your compressor that came with everything that you needed to replace?

[@TheGerbsteve]

eBay man.

[@shawnbrown9061]

How’s the compressor holding up ?? Thinking bout getting the same kit n everything

[@TheGerbsteve]

It’s still holding up

[@A8pri]

After your done do you refill it or what you do I did it and my ac compressor doesn’t start?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Yes. You refill system with proper amount (oz) of r134 refrigerant

[@elgatogordo9523]

Question, how did you determine your AC compressor was bad? Not sure to replace the compressor or just the clutch. AC system works fine when the ambient air is cool and stops working when the air is hot after 15 minutes or less. Just keeps blowing hot air and the clutch is no longer engaged. Any advice from DIY Utubers will be appreciated. Thanks for your video 👍

[@TheGerbsteve]

It was making a whining sound. Also I believe the clutch was fried in my original ac unit. I would grab yourself a whole new unit. Could be the expansion valve also 👀

[@ricefactory9018]

You can use a power probe to determine if the clutch is bad on the ac compressor. When turning on you AC compressor the clutch should kick in and creating a load. A power probe will let u shoot power directly into the compressor and determine if clutch is bad by visually seeing the clutch not press in

[@elgatogordo9523]

@@ricefactory9018 Thanks for your troubleshooting advice. Will try once I get back from vacation 😎

[@DonCaldo]

Where you ever able to find out what the noise was?

[@TheCapi246]

how did you evacuate the system? Like how did you get the freon out before doing this? I'm thinking of tackling this project soon.

[@TheGerbsteve]

A special machine at shops. I would not recommend letting refrigerant out on your own, it can be dangerous

[@TheCapi246]

Oh, yea, definitely won't let it out on my own. Fortunately, I was on my first Rev of a tune via Flashpro, and when I updated to the 2nd Rev calibration, it fixed it on it's own. Super weird!

[@TheGerbsteve]

These cars can be temperamental lol

[@Jordan-nf7ne]

Jesuz H, 1. get the front end on stands 2. take the rf wheel off, remove half of wheel arch liner. 4 loosen 4 sub frame bolts remove the 2 short ones. 5 remove 2 10 mms on lines, disconnect the connector, remove 4 12mm bolts on compressor. With a prybar, pry down on subframe... it slides out the rf wheel well... the way he shows looks like it takes all day

[@NickDiNunzio]

Lmao screenshotted

[@mjnuss]

"pry down on subframe"...isn't that bending/damaging the subframe? It seems like you can definitely get to it underneath / wheel but not trying to bend things to replace.

[@gluee8674]

@@mjnuss year latar lmfao but nah you can pry all u want you wont bend it

[@Rapotr]

Hey gerb I have the same problem with this it makes a loud noise near the compressor like the beering or something this friday id be looking for a new one and change the beering of it i was wondering was yours making a sound too ?

[@Rapotr]

But its in my acura csx type s its weird i changed the idler but sound still goes on and its real loud

[@TheGerbsteve]

It's most likely your AC compressor bro... The bearings/clutch are know to fail frequently

[@RobVaughan1984]

Like a boss

[@ariannanunez939]

Hey Gerb, do you have a link to the compresor?

[@TheGerbsteve]

I don't man, i just went on eBay.

[@mckoylach1622]

So,you add pag oil through the low pressure side of the compressor,right ?

[@omarG19100]

it should tell u the right amount of oil umder the hood on the catalyist for each and every a/c component along with how much freon it takes to completely fill the system. look for the sticker under the hood.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Tells me the amount of refrigerant, not pag, which is bs

[@cookay0476]

hey can you send me link where did u get these parts thanks man

[@TheGerbsteve]

Believe I ordered these parts from eBay. I recommend oem though

[@bogartthegod1177]

Does anyone know how I should drain my freon? About to tackle this job but my system just got filled....

[@TheGerbsteve]

You need to bring it to a shop, so they can suck it out.

[@pedrovega9615]

I have some issues whit my ac too when the car is running it will blow cold air but when is stop it won't what you think it could be the issue?

[@TheGerbsteve]

To be honest, my Si started doing this not too long ago. I really think it may be some sort of valve that could be clogged.

[@pericles300]

Check the a/c fan might has low rpm

[@lheron27]

Very informative. Having the same issue on a fa5 in the Westchester area.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Thanks bro 👌🏼... lmk how you make out

[@brandongiovenco4517]

Hi gerb, I am thinking about buying this civic si just like yours but owner says the ac was removed. Is this compressor all I need for it to work? Im hoping just the compressor was taken out. Why even take the ac out for lol.

[@brandongiovenco4517]

Really want to purchase the civic but I don’t really know the basics of all the parts needed for the ac to work. I think it needs compressor and an ac line. Any other parts I should know about?

[@TheGerbsteve]

He probably got a ac delete kit. People usually take AC out for weight reduction and boost purposes ;)... You will need compressor, line if none, condenser, expansion valve, and I think that's good.

[@brandongiovenco4517]

Gerb Productions cool thanks for the info! Owner is saying it needs ac hose , compressor , and condenser. It probably does need that valve your talking about too. Do you know how much everything would be? I’m gonna install myself using your videos cause I don’t want to pay a lot for labor. Your pretty specific in your videos. Can’t wait to get my civic si. I’ve always wanted one

[@TheGerbsteve]

Np man 🤙🏼... just get those three things. Your expansion valve is on the back firewall of the engine. You will see it when you connect the ac line in. eBay bro, eBay is your friend lol. I pad $140 compressor, $80 condenser, and ac line, maybe $60?? You’re probs looking at $200+ for parts. Now if you had to pay someone, there’s another $300 👀

[@HugoMatsubara]

The compressor that you replaced (Sanden) was original for the Si, not everyone comes with Denso. At least here in Brazil, all of them came with Sanden ones. Denso only on R18...

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Hugo Matsubara Did not know that. Damn, wish mine had the denso, it would still be good haha. Damn, Brazil? I want to visit haha

[@Nismo2868]

Don't want to vid jack but being from Brasil, how easy is it to get a fuel sender from a one of those Civics?

[@shawnxhu]

My 07 Si also has this as OEM. They are prone to have the clutch go bad.

[@Rhosticks]

I hope this works!

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Rho Main Update vid coming

[@toddtech10962]

Hey man where did you buy the compressor ?

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Todd Sundstrom EBay haha

[@chris__mcn]

I have an 07' Civic SI and need to change out mine. Can you send me the link for the compressor & kit you ordered? Thanks in advance!

[@TheGerbsteve]

I don't have the links bro... Just type in denso for the condenser on eBay & i believe the ac compressor is like a sanders or something.

[@SantiagoGarcia-yt8ww]

Hey man how is your compressor holding up?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Still holding up to this day

[@TheMaxwell16]

Just did mine like this and forgot to chek the compressor oil after 1 day it blow out so today gotta restart 🤦‍♂️

[@anthonyalford397]

Was your problem it cutting off and off after warm up? Mines fine till car gets hot then it disengages n wont come back on till cooled down. my pressures are fine no leaks n it blows really cold on startup. plzz help i need mine fixed asap

[@TheGerbsteve]

The car would stall on me when warm & was making a crazy wind noise. Mine would engage and the ac would work, but it would make a weird grinding noise. Pretty sure my bearing or clutch fried.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Whine***

[@justinbyrne2306]

Gerb did it fix the whining noise a bunch of us are plagued with

[@yosh_tuned]

What brand was the ac compressor and the condenser?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Don’t remember the ac compressor, but the condenser is denso

[@yosh_tuned]

Has your AC been working fine since installing these 2 components? My AC blows warm air and I can't stand it any longer here with this Texas heat lol.

[@Electricianarchery]

Can a bad compressor mess with how your car idles and runs?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Yes it can bro. My car would stall at idle

[@Electricianarchery]

@@TheGerbsteve damn that's what my issue is dude! At idle my engine gives me a slight burble sometimes, and my ac compressor is shit lol.. thanks dude. Keep wrenching !

[@mariosegura6282]

how long would you say it took to complete ?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Took me a few hours easily. It's worth it to DIY though

[@mariosegura6282]

for sure.they tried to charge me 700 bucks. im tackling this job sometime this week. did you take it to recharge or did you use a kit at home to charge the freon?

[@marvingjimenez7252]

What happen if the Ac compressor doesn’t kick on? It’s Bad or good ?

[@brianshaw676]

I got priced for 1000 bucks on replacement so I bought a compressor,dryer and expansion valve, set of gauges and vacuum pump for 240.00 total. Figure 2 to 3 hrs on wifies car and that should do her.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Can't beat DIY ;)

[@michaelrama9543]

How did you drain your refrigerant

[@TheGerbsteve]

Had a shop evacuate the system

[@michaelrama9543]

Gerb Productions damn thanks dude. Appreciate it

[@NickDiNunzio]

So you don't need to remove the alternator to replace the compressor?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Correct, there's bolts you can access for the compressor with car jacked up from underneath.

[@cirdancescles4370]

😂🤔🙄yeah idk who has actually tried that. It’s better to remove from the top and I’m just starting my first one. There are THREE subframe bolts to remove on just one side. Also, remove the front and rear engine/trans mounts to have enough slack in the subframe to sneak the compressor past. No, I’ll go from the top for this. I’m not afraid to drop the subframe. I’ve already removed and replaced a trans and clutch in my car. It makes no sense to do this job from underneath.

[@nipsey3221]

This Is The Same For A 2008 Honda civic Non Si ???

[@TheGerbsteve]

I don’t believe so. They both have different locations

[@nipsey3221]

Mines The Same As This One .

[@CreampuffK]

So you can remove the compressor, its bolt and all the AC lines without having to touch the alternator?

[@TheGerbsteve]

Yes, should be able too

[@keyvantaveras4903]

Can’t seem to find follow up video. I’m soon to work on mine ended up going with denso

[@TheGerbsteve]

Denso is high quality, don't buy a budget one like i did

[@JJ-iu5hl]

What happened with the cheap one? I'm trying to pick one online.

[@f2991speed]

Did the noise stop?!?!? Freaking Honda should know the PAG oil amount 🙄 when you get the system recharged, they should be able to tell you some information on it, I think Great vid, too.

[@TheGerbsteve]

+F Lorenzo You'll have to wait and see. Ik, couldn't find an exact oz anywhere for the pag46. Hopefully the 3 oz and a recharge will be good 🤔

[@brianshaw676]

Just got one and yes 3 ounces of PAG oil is what is required. Mine came in it already.

[@wilfreddiazvellon7896]

l rather take the bumper off and the a/c condenser and the radiator will make much easier to get to a/c compressor.

[@TheGerbsteve]

W.e is easiest for you bro.

[@crustysailor8570]

I dont see where you replaced the expansion valve

[@TheGerbsteve]

I didn’t end up replacing it

[@Xhilol]

second time watching this because my car loves to kill these damn compressors 👍🏽 god i hate this car lol

[@TheGerbsteve]

Seems like a common issue with these 8th gens... Sometimes I say that as well lol

[@travwah9375]

There’s tons of clutch and coil rebuild kits online for 50-70$, you could of just took off the right wheel remove the fender liner and your compressor is right there.

[@TheGerbsteve]

I was thinking about it man, but i just replaced the whole thing. Should've bought a newer denso compressor, but they're like $300.00

[@travwah9375]

Gerb Productions it’s too bad Honda didn’t recall their compressors. Seems like a very common problem in the 8th gens.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Definitely agree with you on that

[@brianshaw676]

You guestimated correctly. 3 ounces PAG oil. The last .3 ounces were still in the compressor. Don't forget to pull a vacuum on your system for about 1/2 hr. -30 vac. Gets rid of moisture and air you let into the system. Could clog up expansion valve. Other wise good vid.

[@TheGerbsteve]

Great points ;)

[@kpdrunkentiger]

I'm also needing to replace my AC compressor, when you mention to pull a vacuum on the system, you mean to flush the refrigerant and not the PAG oil correct? And I'm also assuming a shop is recommended to do this since its technically illegal?

[@AhRamboRo]

I never see u add freon

[@TheGerbsteve]

I brought it to a shop afterwards

[@AhRamboRo]

Bro can u help me I clean my throttle body and now my check engine light is on and I did a relearn procedure and it still is not functioning right do I have to get a new throttle body thanks

[@Electricianarchery]

Rock auto sells the denso for 270 I just got one with a new reciever dryer 300$

[@TheGerbsteve]

Good choice ! Denso is oem and reliable

[@drott150]

You didn't flush the lines or evaporator. Failure to do this will result in premature compressor failure and will void the new compressor warranty. You also didn't show the replacement of the expansion valve (which can be a real pain in the ass), drier or condenser.

[@LAnthonyE]

Good video, but you left out the most important details like telling the people to make sure that before attempting to replace the compressor that you need to recover the refrigerant!

[@LAnthonyE]

Sorry evacuate is the term I meant! I replaced AC compressors before!

[@highspeedenthusiast6628]

What up gerb

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Still Available Yo yo yo

[@highspeedenthusiast6628]

Gerb Productions Yonaka catback on its way $249... summer Tires at 20%... hope this fixes it bro, if it doesn't it somewhere in your timing gear

[@TheGerbsteve]

+Still Available hell yeah, you're going to love the yonaka! What made you decide to go that route?? So do I, hope the issue is solved. We will see. If it's timing, I'm pulling the motor.

[@highspeedenthusiast6628]

It's stainless it's chambered it's cheap and it's quiet.... actually I think it's how I found your videos... by searching the exhaust for our cars, the price was up around $400 for a while but I was able to get a decent discount on the yonaka site which has it for $269 to start with

[@TheGerbsteve]

You won't regret your purchase.... Wonder how it sounds with a header???

[@chrisbalatsos4318]

bet you didnt do the expansion valve lol

[@TheGerbsteve]

Chris Balatsos nope. Attempted to, but there was one screw under my dash I couldn’t get to, so I said forget it lol

[@chrisbalatsos4318]

@@TheGerbsteve i see people cutting up their dash to get to these things lol

[@aaronvalerio19]

9:19 It's a boy!

[@brettbuxton1647]

Yo, you were supposed to flush the system of all pag oil. 😑 there is supposed to be 5 ounces in the entire system. You drain the old compressor of pag oil to match what was in the old compressor, and match the ounces to the new compressor. If you had 2.5 ounces in the old compressor that would mean there is 2.5 ounce in the rest of the system. Adding to much will lead to compressor failing or worse. If your old compressor had no pag oil than you needed to flush the system of all pag oil and add 5 ounces to the system. If there were 5 ounces in the system and you just added 3 ounces... now you got 8 ounces in the system. That could blow up your compressor. Just an FYI.

[@madam497]

Damn. Ill just be ac less because race car. lol