Replacing AC Compressor on 2016 KIA Sportage 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

[@waynesanchez6504]

That bottom, left bolt is being difficult because you removed both top bolts, shifting all the weight AND gravity's pull, to the bottom bolts. You should REINSERT one or both upper bolts and just begin snugging them. That should redistribute weight and pressure.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yes

[@danb5339]

Can confirm that bottom left bolt is generally a mofo regardless of which sequence the rest are removed or loosened

[@joethabiz]

How you doing RB appreciate the info I'm a dude trying to learn from scratch how to work on my own vehicle I got the same exact vehicle with the same exact problem how do I empty out the freon

[@RBTheMechanic]

Great!! U can learn lot from watching these videos but u need machine to recover and then to recharge vaccum is a must

[@HeydaCarreras]

@@RBTheMechanic How to empty it without machine? shop will empty somehow if their machine doesn't work to charge us

[@albertolumorin4997]

Is it true that u must change the condenser if changing the compressor to avoid damage to the new compressor

[@RBTheMechanic]

I never done that it’s 100% BS

[@danb5339]

That's only true if the shop is trying to rip you off. Filter drier (if fitted) should be changed ideally, but usually isn't.

[@k9under]

What is a A\C me old school just drive 55 mph with window down.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Lol at that speed ac is free

[@Best-Farshid]

Buy a Horse 🐎

[@Lavishking714]

Did you add oil to this DENSO compressor ?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yes if ur using ac machine and recover the oil some compressor have oil in them when u buy new but u still need to add the correct amount for the system it self

[@Lavishking714]

What’s another brand you recommend other than denso ? Thank you

[@julyballofficial308]

I can’t find the PAG oil capacity anywhere! Can you tell me how many ounces, and what type of PAG oil? I can’t find the refrigerant either. Help!

[@RBTheMechanic]

Depends on how much u took out when u recovered it that’s how I do I measure the amount that came out

[@danb5339]

For oil confirm with supplier, but generally there will still be oil in the system anyway, so 50ml is enough. As for the refrigerant weight, it should be on a plate/tag. If you don't know what refrigerant it is, you should leave it alone and get someone who does know to do the job 😉

[@kuweihong]

Does the ac compressor in itself leak pressure or is it just the seals of the connecting lines?

[@RBTheMechanic]

It can be both only way to confirm is do ac uv dye leak test

[@frankmorgan5234]

As great as you are I can't believe you couldn't take off the bolt sticking out like that, but all is good if the car is cool.

[@RBTheMechanic]

Yeah sorry

[@faigelrezak7889]

Hi sir Are the Murray compressors from Oreilly reliable?

[@RBTheMechanic]

Nope

[@RBTheMechanic]

I use fourseason. Never had issue

[@SacredOwl]

Does that have a clutch or ECV?

[@RBTheMechanic]

I will check I think it’s clutch

[@SacredOwl]

@RBTheMechanic thanks... I was looking up videos and one showed replacing ECV. Mt wife has a 2016 KIA Sportage and the ac went out, it seems common for some KIAs, only has 50k miles. I use to do everything myself, but I have an injury.

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@SacredOwl oh ok yeah those go out lot

[@SacredOwl]

@RBTheMechanic are you in Sacramento area?

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@SacredOwl no sorry I’m in north nj Bayonne

[@chih8788]

you are so good

[@chih8788]

good

[@chih8788]

I am a kid

[@alfredibarra8526]

I bought the ac compressor for my 2013 kia sportage. And that compressor suck @$$ The original before she take a poop it was blowing freezing cold. Now this ebay compressor barely cold. And it takes a while to cool off the car.

[@RBTheMechanic]

How did u recharge the ac system? Did u use ac cans?

[@danielsanford4109]

@@RBTheMechanic Nothing wrong with using ac cans. It depends upon the user. From a mechanic, with a business for over 40 years.

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@danielsanford4109 ok u been in luck I used cans just as long as it’s vaccumed

[@unclejoe6811]

The cheap eBay compressors are garbage, and if you don't pull a vacuum it will never be as cold

[@RBTheMechanic]

@@unclejoe6811 yup