How to Replace AC Condenser on Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2: 2014-2022

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Here is a how to on replacing the AC condenser on the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2. This one is a 2014 but applies to almost all WK2s with some variations here and there. Hope this helps!

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@zach705 8 ай бұрын

I’m having the same issue on my ‘14 I’m going to try the gear first. I hope that solves the problem if not I’m going to have to do all of this 😢

@LJsGarage 7 ай бұрын

Good luck!!

@johnmallman3355 4 ай бұрын

Excellent. I only wish you were my neighbor. Thank you very much.

@LJsGarage 4 ай бұрын

Haha thanks John 🍻

@marioortega6419 Ай бұрын

Bro what is that tube on the left side of the condenser mine has oil in that tube with no cover on it is it a leak or i just got the condesner replaced

@LJsGarage Ай бұрын

Are you referring to the radiator fill tube? It should have a cap on it.

@ashleynadler7916 Ай бұрын

i am having r-134a also on top of the tube on the passenger side. Do you get a answear of why?

@marioortega6419 Ай бұрын

Yes change radiator after changing the a.c condenser it still could be leaking after ..plus my car is still leaking oil and mechanic said its the transmission oil or tube but they will fix it at no extra charge because they worked on it last i reccomend going to a mechanic that is reliable if u cant do it your self .. its safe to drive still but should be fixed soon

@DallasJarrett3647 2 ай бұрын

Can this small leak really cause the whole ac system not to work? I’m having the same issue and my condenser looks the exact same way in that corner

@LJsGarage 2 ай бұрын

Yeah sadly it's letting in moisture and throwing off pressures

@michaelken2485 3 ай бұрын

Question. Does a bad condenser show symptoms on both driver and passenger side AC? My driver side is cold but passenger side does not get as cold and there is hissing coming out of from behind the vents. I’ve already replaced the blend door actuator and it didn’t solve the issue.

@LJsGarage 3 ай бұрын

It can because essentially there isnt enough cooling happening for both sides. You can verify the charge though with a gauge pretty easily to rule that out though.

@YouTubularize 2 ай бұрын

You probably have two issues. 1: The hissing is low level of Freon maybe a leak on the lower front drivers side of the condenser. Grab a UV light and examine your system while in the dark. Could be you need some dye in the system to find the leak. 2: Maybe you will also need to reboot the climate control system. With ignition on press and hold Volume and Browse/Enter buttons until Uconnect screen turns black. Screen will turn on after reboot. Check your air blend again. Rebooting the climate control resets the blend door actuators. BTW was your actuator gear stripped and could you move the blend door freely with your and while the actuator is removed?

@Demonsmortis11 25 күн бұрын

I think you supposed to dis contaminating the lines from the all system and the ac compressor before connecting it to the new ac condenser, let me know how your system works now ,I need advice I’m changing the kit for my jeep patriot i have to change the condenser together with the radiator so I was planing to disconnect the old system and connect the new condenser and new radiator but I don’t know how to clean full ac system or radiator system any advise could help thanks for your video

@LJsGarage 21 күн бұрын

You are correct if there was a burnout with the compressor but since there wasn't and just moisture in the system you just need to vacuum. It's been a year and great so far!

@cryptog5543 2 ай бұрын

excellent video. Thanks. I hope i can get mine done under warranty. Dealers don't like to call you back when you're close to your EOW coverage. Weird.

@LJsGarage 2 ай бұрын

Yeah they play games for sure with that. Good luck !

@user-ue5ro1cc5x 9 ай бұрын

Do i need to remove the radiator in order to change the condenser?

@LJsGarage 9 ай бұрын

No you can do them independently

@MechanicallyEnthused 3 ай бұрын

Beautiful video my dude. Needed to know how big a PITA my wifes was going to be and now I do. 😅 They cram everything deep now days.

@LJsGarage 3 ай бұрын

No doubt! hahah

@mmartins018 Ай бұрын

Good video, have you made a 3rd video of this? Any videos of charging the AC?

@LJsGarage Ай бұрын

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnu7fHh6opZ4jbMsi=zcgNfjPAs27w2cID Check this one out!

@mmartins018 Ай бұрын

@@LJsGarage thanks, I eventually found it. What brand condesnor did you purchase? Just purchased one on rockauto tyc brand, hopefully no leaks. Btw this is being done on a 2012 jgc 181k miles.

@Stan_is_that_guy 4 ай бұрын

Fixing to do this now. Question. Was it visually leaking on the bottom engine shroud directly below where the condencer is?

@LJsGarage 4 ай бұрын

Honestly It was such a a small leak it took about two years to be a real problem and I couldnt find it until I checked all the common leak spots I found on a forum. Nothing veasily visible

@Stan_is_that_guy 4 ай бұрын

@@LJsGaragethanks boss for the reply. I'm punting for tomorrow. Will have an extra set of hands. Good thing is I'm familiar with this vehicle, did the oil cooler not to long ago. Also I hate engineers. Had to replace a headlight also not to long ago so the bumper removal is 10 minutes. Mine is definitely leaking right under where this is. I'm hoping its not one of the hoses, or connections at this point. It was a slow leak, then 2 days ago it said "Nahh. I'm good. I quit."

@takos619 9 ай бұрын

Nice walkthrough man. Are you able to replace the condensor and not have the AC recharged? I heard you say something about a small amount leaking but the audio sounds far. Also how much tranny fluid did it leak out please respond. Thanks in advance!

@LJsGarage 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! Unfortunately you'd still need it recharged which you can rent everything to do. If you simply add refrigerant back it will have moisture in the system and run inefficiently. I lost about an ounce or two not much at all.

@adamdonahue5853 4 ай бұрын

Perfect Job Explaining!!!!

@LJsGarage 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@josephcappetta7482 5 ай бұрын

LJ can you please tell me where the pressure transducer is? I have the same car and my ac clutch keeps going on and off. I believe I need to replace the transducer

@LJsGarage 5 ай бұрын

I believe it's on the front right side by the condenser but not 100% id trace the AC lines till you find the connector but if I recall there is a connector there.

@josephcappetta7482 5 ай бұрын

Thanks LJ!

@JoseTorres-cc1jo 10 ай бұрын

How did you know condenser was leaking? Visual,camera , nitrogen pressure test?

@LJsGarage 10 ай бұрын

Had a shop use dye plus I measured how long adding refer would last and it was getting worse

@Rydrdg 3 ай бұрын

@LJsGarage recharge my ac twice already after two days the hissing noise come back and the cold air goes away? Do u think I have a leaked in the condenser or the compressor?