Checking Air Conditioning oil

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

i never thought of it though, i like the idea. visually with the condition of the oil based on the color id say its accurate, and if its dry as a bone you know you are lacking oil. cotton ball here we go!

[@markjriehle6798]

Thanks again Richpin, have enjoyed your videos for years. Helped a lot as each of my older 4-kids had the Saturn S series ( and my wife and myself). Spent many hours wrenching with you guiding me; much appreciated sir! Hats off to you 👍🏻

[@RichpinTv]

Glad to help

[@mdbrill]

Richpin, you're the man. Thanks for all you've done over the years. I have a Saturn SL1 with over 320k on it and your videos helped me get there.

[@RichpinTv]

Right on!

[@justinesportsmedicine]

Appologies saw the product at the beginning of the video. Thank you for the video.

[@tonyinfinity]

That's great you wanted to make a video of this item, but you don't have a link or any info on how to buy it. I searched and didn't come up with anything

[@vicpetrishak7705]

This is the Original Authentic Snake Oil Tester !😊. 8/1/23

[@kocak343]

Hi, thank you for all those helpful videos. I have a 2000 Saturn sl, went to inspection today, but failed, because of OBD Communication FAIL, What do I need to change? Thank you

[@WJHandyDad]

When compressor is working the low pipe should be cold, high side hot. The directions on the package must have it backwards.

[@notthedroidsyoulookingfor]

It's Chinese buddy, everything is backwards! 😂😂😂

[@liberalb2b610]

where do you get the autool?

[@agostinodibella9939]

That’s an interesting tool Richpin! The question is how accurate is it? I will be looking forward to your next video.😀

[@sauldiazvillalvazo2581]

Hi Richpin, I love your videos, are really useful, did you post video after recharge oil to see the indicator difference? Thank you so much, I’m looking to get this tool.

[@RichpinTv]

I have not at this time.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@4:39 Can someone solve this arithmetical puzzle from the Shop Manual? It states in the Manual (car is 2001 Saturn SL2): The Saturn air conditioning system requires 150 ml (5.07 oz) of PAG compressor oil. Service compressors have 65 ml (2.20 oz) of PAG oil installed. New oil quantities must be added to the system during component replacement and conditions stated as follows: With no signs of excessive oil leakage, add: Compressor: Remove, drain, and measure oil. Drain the replacement compressor. Add the same amount of new PAG compressor oil drained from the removed compressor to the replacement compressor. Evaporator: Add 67.5 ml (2.25 oz) of new PAG compressor oil. Condenser: Add 22.5 ml (0.75 oz) of new PAG compressor oil. Receiver-dehydrator: Add 30 ml (1 oz) of new PAG compressor oil. Open the R-134a source valve(s) and allow 0.50 kg (1 lb) of liquid R-134a to flow into system through low side service fitting. As soon as 0.50 kg (1 lb) has been added to system, start the engine, set the mode control to vent, the temperature lever to full cold, the blower speed on high, and push the A/C compressor button to the On position (A/C control button light On). Slowly draw in the remainder of the refrigerant charge 0.23 kg (0.5 lb). The total system charge is 0.68 kg (1.5 lbs). I'm reading all that information in my Shop Manual and don't get this: If the total amount of refrigerant oil is 5.07oz and 2.25oz goes into compressor, then for Evaporator, Condenser and Receiver Drier is left only 2.82oz (5.07-2.25=2.82oz). But if to add what is recommended for Evaporator, Condenser and Drier it will add up to 4.0oz (2.25+0.75+1.0=4.0oz), with the total in the system 6.25oz (4.0+2.25). How much oil on total is in the system: 5.07oz or 6.25oz? Where I'm wrong? I'm replacing everything besides the Evaporator and Compressor (I'll remove it and flush w/solvent though), those I'll just flush with solvent. No info on Refrigerant Oil under the hood or in owners manual, or in Haynes book. Thank you.

[@notthedroidsyoulookingfor]

As far as I know, it's refrigerant in the system, not oil... Oil is in the compresor, for lubrication...

[@justinesportsmedicine]

What is the part number and brand name of this product? Thanks

[@philipgoetz8681]

What's the tool called? I can't buy one when I don't know what it's called!

[@iamsuperbleeder]

The front of the box says "Made In Chian"... Their translator couldn't even get their own country spelled right, how much faith do you have in this tool's accuracy?

[@reviewithme9913]

😂

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[@zx8401ztv]

The question i would ask is "is it a one use tool?" So after testing you throw it all away. Or can they be cleaned and still ring true.

[@RichpinTv]

It does look like it is a one use tool.

[@VincePowers]

Hi Richpin ... I apologize for using this video to ask an unrelated question but it is your newest and I'm hoping you will be able to give me your expertise. I have a 2002 Saturn SC1 coupe and on the weekend someone tried to steal it. They destroyed the ignition cylinder and I had to break the rest of it out with screwdriver and hammer just to unlock the steering wheel. The RKE has stopped working some time ago so only using key to open doors. I am able to turn over the engine with a screwdriver in the ignition chamber but the car will not start. I assume the passlock security is enabled and the fuel injectors are disabled. The security light comes on but not blinking. I have tried the relearn trick (off to ACC for 10 minutes then off for 10 seconds and repeat 3 times), so many times and it has proven to be useless. The would-be thieves opened the door by prying it back and using a wire to unlock it from the inside. The door chimes ring when I open the door even with no key and in the off position. When I use the lock button when exiting, the locks close and then open again immediately. I have to physically close the locks by hand individually. I have been reading and watching for solutions on youtube and SaturnFans to no avail. Is there any hope to fix this mess myself. Currently all of my expertise comes from your videos :) Please help if you can.

[@RichpinTv]

Have you tried doing a search for: saturn passlock bypass

[@VincePowers]

@@RichpinTv Oh Yeah !!! I finally figured it out by combining through many different websites. Your video photography was a great help by the way.. A little resistor was the key !! Let me know if you would like to hear what I have learned.

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

thats rediculous. theres a world of a difference pressing it 3 times vs only 2. if you do the math percentage wise how can you ensure a proper testing method? and whats the duration of the amount of time the valve gets pressed?

[@xnotx2]

Wonder why they would say warm for low side. Must be a typo.

[@JimmyDean404]

what about the ''made in chian'' at 0:40. Seems to be a ton of typos

[@paulcolton5213]

I agree, low side (fat pipe) is always cold. The average person is really getting bad information.

[@johnmiley458]

Great Info

[@RichpinTv]

Thanks for watching!

[@XqeDiosxqe]

Dont think that tool is accurate at all....

[@DerGolf2000]

Useless….?