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| 2017 Escape refrigerant loss 07/24/2024 in the HVAC Forum I've had 2 2017 1.5 liter Ford escapes in now , both using 1234yf, both empty. I've pressure tested and sniffed inside and out to no avail. The condenser is buried so that doesn't help matters. I was wondering if there was somewhere common that these thin... | ||
| SUBARU EXPANSION VALVE LEAKS 07/22/2024 in the HVAC Forum We have seen a pattern failure of expansion valve leaks on Subaru vehicles from about 2009-2019. We have switched to ordering OE valves and O-rings and we are still seeing comebacks. I am not sure what to do at this point and was hoping some of you have s... | ||
| Intermittent compressor function (non electrical) 06/30/2024 in the HVAC Forum [HVAC: 16 Nissan Altima SL 3.5L] Got one I have never seen before and wanted to get your thoughts on it. This vehicle does not have automatic climate control and does not have the variable rate compressor. It a conventional compressor with the metal styl... | ||
| Experiences regarding the latest AC recovery equipment 06/28/2024 in the HVAC Forum Looking to add some new AC recovery machine or machines to our business. We service 134a, and 1234 YF. It would be nice to include hybrids in there. Are the combo machines any good? Is the person better off with an individual stand alone for each refriger... | ||
| Jeep Liberty Air distribution Housing 06/28/2024 in the HVAC Forum [HVAC: 12 Jeep Liberty Limited 3.7L] Blower air not coming out of the mid vents(face).Replaced actuator, No codes stored, did a relearn and nothing. I apparently need to replace the air distribution housing behind the mid dash . Has anyone done one of th... |
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