Replace Air Conditioning Schrader Valve WITHOUT Recharging or Losing your Refrigerant. R134a

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[@johnbarbour115]

I appreciate that he didn't edit out the "learning curve" portions of the video. By showing us the problems & solutions you might encounter, we know what to do in the same situation. Some jobs on a vehicle take a light touch, & this is one of them.

[@cilerman6787]

Thank you for keeping all the clips, especially the ones where it was a little difficult. It's a good heads up and it's honest. I hate how videos make something look so easy and then it's completely difficult.

[@agostinodibella9939]

I have used a tool like this before. Once you take the old valve out you know you are committed and have to carefully put the new one in and don’t relax until you feel the threads catch and the valve tighten up.

[@paulgraham6353]

Thanks for showing how it works by demonstrating possible difficulties using the tool

[@cablaze1]

Thanks for the real life video when things don't always go perfect, I always encounter problems when I do projects.👍

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad to help

[@kevintrabert1922]

A+ video! This is my first time seeing your videos and I subbed. I've done a lot of wrench turning but never had to change a schrader valve. I like how you trouble shooted the process in the video. There are so many videos that jump cut to the processes that work instead of showing what could be going wrong.

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks for watching and the kind words

[@aurelioramos8463]

It's great for you to show the struggle with the o-ring as that would surely trip me up when I do this to my Honda next weekend. Thank you!

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad it helped

[@mattmcnicol4259]

Thank you! I did some work on my car yesterday, and I thought I would just quickly check my valves in my AC while I was under the hood. Both are leaking! But I didn't want to pay someone to recover my coolant, replace the valves, and recharge the system as that would cost way more than I would be willing just to replace a 4 cent part. This is exactly what I need to get, and I love that you showed not only how to use it, but how not to and why (overtightening is bad because...)

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad it helped

[@rfoster2323]

Whoever designed that tool is a genius

[@AxlesGarage]

Yes sir

[@SuperNick090]

Thanks ! I’m going to get me that same master cool tool and fix my car and truck leaks ! Great video !

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad to help

[@JMRSplatt]

Thank you for showing everything including your struggles. Surely that will help me when I go to do it!

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@canuckfixit7722]

Great demo. Was almost going to give up on the idea until you thoroughly explained where this special tool can go wrong.

[@jeffreywagner2788]

My low pressure valve was leaking after using one of those AC recharge cans. This tool totally works, just replaced my low pressure port valve this morning in about 10 minutes! Amazon shipped me the tool in 1 day and I had it fixed the next day. However, I did have to mess around with trying to "grab" the valve core again after unscrewing it. A bit scary, but it was just floating around down there because it fell off the end of the tool. I was able to get it after a few minutes of fishing. Thanks for the video and tool recomendation!

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad to help and yes, sometimes the tool is a little quirky

[@SSK-27]

That mastercool tool works better than most as it actually holds the valve. Bought a cheapo one on amazon and you have to put grease on the tool forks to get the valve to stick. Generally takes about 20 tries to get a valve out. Then they have clearance issues when you get the valve, you have to start to unthread the handle under pressure to get it to clear the ball valve. Really pretty hairy. Might try one of these. My high side valve could also use replacing, hoping the make a larger fork one.

[@MrRoundel]

Great video, thanks! After having a pro replace leaking schraeders as an add-on repair for what seemed like I low price, I asked how they did it without evacuating the system. The price made it obvious that they didn't have to, or that they did nothing but the magic valve healing dance. When I asked the tech how they did it he said, "We have special, very expensive machine". Don't you love the auto business stroke-fest? It's why I work on my own cars whenever possible. I think I'll order up one of those "special, very expensive machines". Cheers.

[@jaimealvarez7673]

Excellent video step by step how replacing the parts and protecting the environment thank you

[@spkay31]

Thanks for the video. Don't need to do this right now - but always wanted to know how to replace the leaky valve w/out evacuating system of freon.

[@songsfromthelord888]

Thanks, Axle 🙂 Remember that God loves you 🙂

[@TheSkilledfighter]

Excellent video it gave me the confidence to do this job myself. Thank you thomas v

[@jlyutiup]

Will this work the same if I were to remove the schrader valve on the high pressure side? Or is there a special handling on the high pressure valve?

[@djsimon1420]

Thanks! You could turn this in to a drinking game for every Tim you say “schrader”😂

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad to amuse you:)

[@javaman2883]

88 was a hot day... the people of Phoenix, AZ or Las Vegas, NV say welcome to early spring. 110 is a hot day

[@AxlesGarage]

East coast humidity makes a big difference

[@new_frontiersman9064]

Very cool tool. I will definitely have to pick one up.

[@AxlesGarage]

I love it!

[@mrpedraza8]

Awesome video! Thanks 💪

[@chriss4365]

If my issue is the valve ill be buying this tool just waiting for DHL to deliver the black light so I can look for the dye I put in.

[@AxlesGarage]

Tool looks great

[@Frankh77]

Genius tool!!!

[@AxlesGarage]

Yep, and so simple

[@gregdavis8152]

Did you buy your Schrader valves separately? If so, where did you get them?

[@ChristianityRecap]

That tool is badass. Nice video

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@ko2890]

Thanks Good video!

[@pingpong9656]

What exactly did you loosen on the tool to get it to work? Did it not leak after? Update: I just realized you explained it at the end of the video :)

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@Clearanceman2]

I was going to try to just hurry and change mine or pay someone but this is what I need if it's not too much money.

[@AxlesGarage]

EZ pezzey

[@Boogieshoes-s9o]

Will a bad schrader valve make it unable to refill system after new pump vap valve and evaporator ??? what would be solution replace hoses also high and low pressure lines ??

[@AxlesGarage]

It is possible, but usually if you can't fill it's a clog

[@shaolin224]

Hello.. have you tried using the high side tool to see if works on taking the highline valve off?..from reviews people were saying the valve tool didn't fit. Thanks man

[@AxlesGarage]

Yes I have and it worked as designed

[@donvonschitzinpantz2]

I have the same tool and it worked ok too, it's usually the high side that ends up leaking on GM's. Tech tip 1: You're best off to not even hook up the gauge to the high side unless you absolutely have too or is good chance it will start to leak, also you should just replace both high and low side schrader valves every time the system is empty, why take any chances of a leak, right? Tech tip 2: I just switch all my vehicles over to enviro safe r134a replacement refrigerant that way you don't have to f**k around trying to recover it to do repairs, it's only 20 bucks or so to refill it, so it's just a lot easier to just let it vent out, vacuum the system out and refill it, I think anyway.

[@mrfrenzy.]

Beware that the "Envirosafe" is flammable, it is just propane. The old car AC systems are not designed to be safe for flammable gas.

[@donvonschitzinpantz2]

@@mrfrenzy. Yeah the stuff in newer vehicles that replaced R134a is flammable too and they never changed a thing, same lines compressor, ect. So is the gas going though your paper thin injector lines. Been using it for 10 years now in so many vehicles, I won't lose any sleep over it.

[@mrfrenzy.]

@@donvonschitzinpantz2 the newer vehicles have a stronger evaporator that is less likely to leak inside the cabin, also they use R1234yf which is much harder to ignite then regular propane - it will not burn unless it touches an open flame.

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks for the tips

[@dcloes]

I've replaced this same schraeder valve on my '05 GMC Yukon that has this exact setup and it's leaking again. Think I'll get the tool to make this easier/cheaper.

[@AxlesGarage]

Yes Dave, it's seems that the quality of the valve and/or seals is very crappy these days.

[@Ikantspell4]

Wondering if this works. Thank you for the video.

[@AxlesGarage]

It works

[@muhamadazizi5605]

What we call that tools?

[@lauroguerra732]

Would it be ideal to check for leaks while the truck is running with AC on? Or truck off ?

[@AxlesGarage]

Running with AC on

[@lauroguerra732]

@@AxlesGarage ok thanks brother

[@sunilshukla72]

Thanks for nice explanation.

[@tomd720]

nice job, thanks !

[@AxlesGarage]

Glad you liked it!

[@EmilyWalker-h8q]

I did the soap water test and dye test, only the pow pressure valve is leaking. Do I need to replace the lines as well or just the valve?

[@AxlesGarage]

Should be ok with just the valve

[@TomM-iw3te]

Just the valve if no leaks detected along the lines and connections with your sudsy water

[@jimh598]

Lawnmower man, just like Eric O.

[@MrGeorgeferreira]

very good .thank you.

[@AxlesGarage]

You're welcome

[@bren42069]

Mine was a mystery leak until this morning when I wasfinally able to hear it hissing. Dye would never have found it, dye was already sprayed all over that area from me fumbling around with it like a moron

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@Andrey7d]

Great job!

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks for the visit

[@rafamartineiz]

Hi. Does this tool fit any r134 automotive ac system? Thank you

[@AxlesGarage]

Yes i believe so

[@w8rko470]

@@AxlesGarage This might not work on all cars. I have a 1999 Cadillac (R134a system). The schraeder valve is not directly exposed to the open port. There is "dome" over the valve on both the low and high pressure ports. I don't think I can attach a photo otherwise I would show you the problem. Looking at my 2015 Mini Cooper the valve is directly exposed and the tool would work. My 2003 GMC van is not here at the moment but I will check and see if it has the same problem.

[@fuqui035]

What is allthat noise

[@dabbupsrivastava4976]

Nice video

[@tracywells2602]

How much does it cost (that kit)

[@AxlesGarage]

Link in description

[@jameschuke4104]

Used my first one in 1955

[@AxlesGarage]

wow

[@runningwater5936]

It doesn't work on a 2012 Ford Ranger on either the low or high side! It doesn't fit on either schrader valve and the high side valve is to big for the bore of the tool.

[@AxlesGarage]

Good info, thanks

[@larryfogle3697]

Know anything about these crazy extra large valves? My tools aren’t big enough.

[@jameschuke4104]

Where is the black ball😊

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@roltyd22]

My 97 cougar has a stupid ball valve instead of a Schrader valve its leaking grrrr!!!

[@AxlesGarage]

That sucks

[@tylerparker3024]

I have a can sitting right in front of me that literally says "freon 134a" lol

[@AxlesGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@PaulCyclist]

If the cap is make a tight seal, why replace the shrader valve?

[@AxlesGarage]

The cap is gonna leak a bit over time.

[@alanmainwaring1830]

Caps are not designed to seal,they are there to keep dirt out.

[@Cragified]

@@alanmainwaring1830 Depends entirely on the type of cap. Some are indeed designed to seal against a service valve leak and have a torque rating. Generally made of brass and have a chamfered edge.

[@MiOEvO]

Tell the dude cuttin grass that he's a ballbag for havin to do that while you're demonstrating a fkn youtube mechanic assist video. Thanks a lot! 😅

[@fuqui035]

Why does it wiggle so much

[@johnperez93640]

This guy is learning the tool on video but the title gives the impression that its a tutorial.

[@AxlesGarage]

Yes, learn with me

[@user-ui5nu8hz2e]

This guy took so long to explain this basic tool that I lost all my refrigerant while waiting for him to her to the point.

[@CruisinCaprice]

And who’s fault is that 🤭

[@CruisinCaprice]

It was annoying as hell tho

[@AxlesGarage]

We talk here, welcome to the channel

[@sonny2435]

omg , I feel so stupid when people easily think of genius things/devices

[@AxlesGarage]

Yeah, right

[@themechanic4222]

Not all car has easy access to the ports 😂

[@AxlesGarage]

Yes that is true

[@chsepaul]

Wear glasses and gloves, don't get freon on yourself.

[@fuqui035]

Wear glasses

[@ct4cf]

No wrench, no tools, hand tight only. U 4got2 lube up the new valve. Lubing up everything will make all this easier next time. Always replace both Schrader valves together. If 1valve is aged& compromised; the other is likely similarly aged. 4:59 - cursing in this public place will get u get reported &taken down.