How to Replace AC Compressor - Honda Accord

[@PracticalMechanic]

AC Compressor (Denso) - amzn.to/45KqOZY TYC Condenser - amzn.to/3PXJijS Vacuum Pump - amzn.to/4cCe8sw Good luck as you replace your AC compressor!

[@xTypicalIce]

Made it look so easy, I figure I could do this in 90 minutes max. I am now preparing for 4 hours of unavoidable labor that I brought onto myself

[@Coco-qz7fn]

me 2 man, wish i had some one to cuss at it with. We could bring our vehicles together and tag team them. :)

[@mycalmedina6363]

I'm gonna clear an afternoon at this point. This makes it look like a quick bing bang boom done. The starter didn't seem too bad until I was trying to remove a misthreaded and melted bolt. Ended up calling my grandfather to borrow his pneumatic tools because I apparently didn't have a breaker bar long enough 🤬

[@nfmgutter2132]

Broooo I tried to do that shii and 2 bolts I couldn’t get off from the back off the compressor was mad ash

[@JD-sc7bd]

Lol welcome 😂

[@Jason-copper1776]

best video so far. Just replace clutch assembly 2004 3.0 Accord, wasn't the problem; compressor. Not sure I want to do the compressor switcherony without the AC pump apparatus. Damn.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Bummer!

[@Shanemyers-ih8vu]

Solid video. I'm going to give it a shot this weekend. Gonna try the old autozone spray can stuff first to see if that does the trick

[@QueferSutherland]

Great video Easy to follow. I have a 2012 but I'm sure everything is still pretty close. Thanks for the video.

[@immmykidsdad]

Fantastic video! Thank you so much for making it!

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're certainly welcome. I'm glad it was able to help somebody else out!

[@KRISTIANFIGUEROA123]

I have the 2009 accord 2.4 trying to find out if I can replace the clutch assembly from under the car or through the wheel well

[@KfromtheBAY]

I was thinking the same for my 02 but I just have the whole thing replaced

[@adamgerst8811]

With mine the compressor doesn't make any noises or anything, the pulley isn't seized and the clutch spins freely when you turn it by hand, I tested the wiring and relays to it but unfortunately that wasn't the issue, I'm going to just replace the compressor but is the condenser necessary in my case? I'm somewhat working on a tight budget, and your video is very helpful, great way of showing the steps.

[@jesseburns6180]

best step by step ive seen. most edit difficult areas.

[@PracticalMechanic]

Thank you, much appreciated

[@michaelciullo4788]

Thank you very much sir

[@PracticalMechanic]

My pleasure, glad it helped!

[@RicardoWatson-ex4qc]

Can the k20 compressor work on the k24?

[@derrickgonzalez9846]

Is this pretty much the same with the V6?

[@hiker5500]

Great job! I was wondering if the accumulator/drier came with the condenser? All the pics and even the manufacturer website shows without. I even called TYC and they said no. I have it on order thur your amazon link but hope it comes with it. Thanks again

[@PracticalMechanic]

I didn't need to order it separately when I bought it 1 yr ago. What came with the TYC one I got can be seen at 3:31.

[@hiker5500]

@PracticalMechanic Thanks so much for your reply...I spoke with a product specialist from tyc and they said it does come with the drier. He said they changed manufacturer in 2019 and he hasn't updated the product pics. This would have delayed my repair so I'm so glad it comes with it. I'm using your starter replacement video as well. I can't thank you enough for taking the time to do these videos to help people like me save where I can.

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome. Thanks for the feedback, it is very helpful, especially for people who do this in the future. All the best

[@jasonqueen7203]

The Denso compressor I am looking to buy has oil in it already. Still add the PAG?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yes, that's what I did with mine, and it worked very well.

[@raybo9365]

Do you have to empty the ac system of refrigerate before you change the compressor

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yes

[@djritm3215]

You dont add any oil to condeser or the drier? Just curious

[@PracticalMechanic]

About 1 oz of PAG oil. The compressor comes pre-filled, but still good to add about 1oz to bring the system to the correct amount. I like the stuff with uv dye in it just to check for possible leaks in the future.

[@Lifesituations8000]

​@@PracticalMechanicAren't you supposed to check the old compressor oil level?

[@glenncurtis6037]

Thanks

[@2008Prashantha]

If we replace only compressor, then don't we need to remove condenser and the radiator fan? Also avoid disconnecting radiator hose?

[@martyndlsr]

You will need to remove the fan assembly. Not enough space to remove the compressor if you dont

[@xygrimreaperyz3096]

What to do about charging the ac houses? Do you need to bleedfirst

[@Zaque-TV]

No, he's pulling a vacuum before charging.

[@buckfiden5171]

If you attempt to bleed hoses while in a vacuum you will certainly pull air/ moisture into the refrigerant circuit from the atmosphere. That would be no bueno.

[@jamesjoynes4150]

Did you remove coolant first and how

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yeah, some of the coolant drained out. It's in the video (starts around 1:50).

[@jamesjoynes4150]

No I'm sorry ac coolant

[@PracticalMechanic]

Oh, gotcha. No, unfortunately the R134a had already leaked out.

[@2008Prashantha]

In another video I saw a mechanic draining the radiator fluid before removing condenser, and later after install he used a vacuum to vacuum air in the radiator and then refilled the radiator fluid. Is it required? Can we directly add fluid like you did?

[@KfromtheBAY]

How about for an 02 Accord 2.3??

[@PracticalMechanic]

Sorry, I don't have an 02, so can't comment on the specifics. The basic procedure would be the same, but the 02 uses a different compressor (Denso 471-1190), like this one: amzn.to/43d8HMv Hope it helps, wish you the best!

[@KfromtheBAY]

@@PracticalMechanic thank you 🙏🏼

[@PracticalMechanic]

You're welcome, good luck!

[@MrAldapeedgar]

Minute 14:23 I don’t have that pump. Do I really need it for?

[@PracticalMechanic]

Yeah, you have to get all the air out of the system, or it won't work right. I use this one: amzn.to/4cCe8sw Good luck 👍

[@fp8007]

What was the temp in the car 🤔

[@sonny_trill]

Price wise how much would this repair cost if taken to a shop?

[@PracticalMechanic]

I would estimate about $1000 - $1,500, based on what I've seen recently in the forums. I would be interested to hear others chime in as well.

[@MS214DDD]

Got a qoute today the shop i use charging me 1400 out the door

[@PracticalMechanic]

Ah, okay. Thanks for the info

[@2008Prashantha]

​@@PracticalMechanicyes. I checked for my vehicle, mechanic quoted $900 only for ac compressor

[@Lifesituations8000]

1 oz of oil?

[@PracticalMechanic]

About 1 oz of PAG oil. The compressor comes pre-filled, but still good to add about 1oz to bring the system to the correct amount. I like the stuff with uv dye in it just to check for possible leaks in the future.

[@Lifesituations8000]

That makes sense, thanks. What about if you don't change the condenser or anything, just the compressor. How would you go about it? Thanks again in advance

[@PracticalMechanic]

The whole a/c system contains about 5.5oz of PAG oil. Roughly broken down like this: Compressor - 2 oz Condenser - 1 oz Evaporator - 1.5 oz Receiver/dryer - 0.5 oz The compressor comes pre-filled with 2 oz, so theoretically, if no oil was lost, you wouldn't add any oil if you're only changing the compressor. That being said, It is likely some oil was lost (or will be lost in the swap). Use your judgement to add somewhere between 0 and 1 oz of PAG oil. If it were me, I'd probably add 0.5 oz. Good luck, 👍

[@Lifesituations8000]

@PracticalMechanic Thanks I do appreciate it

[@Lifesituations8000]

@PracticalMechanic Another question: What if If I did empty all the oil that came with the new compressor. How much should I add. I have a 2006 honda Accord v6

[@michaellee8495]

Sub.

[@Abizzy84]

A clogged condenser doesn't always caused a failed AC compressor, just like with an Alternator or Power steering pump, they all fail after 200,000 miles. Yeah if it fails when you only have 100,000 miles then maybe your theory is right. My last Honda Accord had 300,000 miles and the original AC worked fine, but I know people that the AC compressor died around the time their Alternator died. My second 8th gen Accord I'm at 261,000 miles and my AC compressor is still working but it's making noise and failing. You don't need to replace the AC condenser if your AC still works

[@Abizzy84]

It's way easier to change the AC compressor on 2008 Accord than the 7th gens

[@PracticalMechanic]

Good to know

[@grizzrider09]

Why can't honda use a compressor that lasts? My toyotas never have ac issues but it seems like my Hondas have.