This is direct copy from 2007 Civic OEM online manual for future viewers. AC Refrigerant Oil Replacement (With A/C) Recommended PAG oil: SP-10 P/N 38897-P13-A01AH: 120 mL (4 fl•oz) It is important to have the correct amount of refrigerant oil in the A/C system to ensure proper lubrication of the compressor. Too little oil damages the compressor; too much oil reduces the cooling capacity of the system, and can produce high vent temperatures. • To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with other refrigerant oils. • Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption. • Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if it gets on the paint, wash it off immediately. Add the recommended refrigerant oil in the amount listed if you replace any of the following parts: A/C condenser . 50 mL (1 2/3 fl•oz) Evaporator . 40 mL (1 1/3 fl•oz) Line or hose . 10 mL (1/3 fl•oz) Receiver/Dryer . 10 mL (1/3 fl•oz) Leakage repair . 25 mL (5/6 fl•oz) A/C compressor . Since the oil separator is equipped inside the compressor for this vehicle, oil drainage is unnecessary at the time of compressor replacement.
Some come shipped with oil and some dont. I would check before hand. If the new one does have oil, you should pour it out into a clean cup (or something) and measure the amount to compare to the factory specs.
@@ballsoutperformance Good advice. The manual does not make any comments about the compressor oil. I added it to my copy. I did exactly what you suggested. It held 5 oz.
excellent how to. i have to tackle this job now. all 3 of these civics ive owned have had AC issues that ive never fixed. i want cold air in this one lol
13.34 is what helped me lol I didn't realize there was a bolt holding the lines to the firewall the lines was only thing I needed to replace on my Si thanks!
Thanks for the feedback. Im not a great videographer and Im not the best at explaining things, but Im trying to get better. Im glad you were able to gain something from it. Thank you.
I just had my AC revamped in April, 2022. I own a 1999 Honda Accord EX V6. Compressor removal was easy. You put the car on a lift, drop the plastic cowl, and boom, there is the compressor. Replacement of dryer and condenser was just as easy. There is a lot more work room in the Accord as opposed to the Civic. Odd that you experienced compressor/ system issues. You indicated that you are working on a 2008, and you performed this replacement in 2019. Eleven years, and the system began to malfunction, interesting. Mine is over twenty years, and just noticed a problem. Since I have Auto Climate Control, I also had to test Heater/ Fresh Air regulators and sensors. Also check your Cabin Temperature sensor , aka Aspirator. A real pain in the butt! The total cost to revamp the system, $700.00. Had I had Honda do all the work, it would have cost $1,500.00. I supplied the OEM Honda Parts, and had a local Honda Dealer perform the task. All the work is covered for a year. A year of piece of mind.
Good deal! Yes my compressor only lasted 11 years. But then again im still on the complete oem ac system on my 2002 civic with 315k miles. So its just a hit and miss thing
Thank you so much bro, I have spend much money on honda civic Ac, but It is not working, Even mechanic changed all the things except AC Valve, But AC have same problem, Now I am going to change Dashboard AC Valve, today and inform you.... very informative video ... thanks
You replaced clutch and coil? That leads me to believe that your compressor wasnt kicking on? Is the compressor coming on at all now? Can you describe your problem?
@@Jonny-le9sl yes bro I have solved it,,, but you know please ensure whats the fault actually, some mechanics are just making money and fun,,, but atleast check yourself first time.... This video saved my 500$ ...
Just want to point out the inside of the expansion valve the front of it . Two o rings for there to compete the fitting lines. . But is not needed...thanks. I installed 2 inside the expansion valve, and on both out lines and two on the in lines.. and so note. The door jam says 205. Tire ...some where some how Mabye for updates road safety those stickers has been changed to 205 tire. Which is 205 mm that is 8 inch tire on a stock 6.5inch rim. 165/55/16 ...165 mm is 6.5 inches. So every car with this sticker with stock 6.5 rims have over sized tires on their car. . 205/55/16 that's 8 inches wide tire on a 6.5 rim. Over sized. So stock sticker used to be obliviously 165/55/16. So that's alot of usless friction. And a 205 tire said do not mount on a 6.5 rim. . a 215 says do not mount on a 6 inch rim...and so on . So how's that sound
@@ballsoutperformance have you ever seen the 205. It says don't put a 205 mm which is 8 inch wide tire on a 6.5 inch rim. We all know a 6.5 tires goes on a 6.5 rim or a 7 inch tire . There over sized for the at stock rim someone has changed the sticker during idk road safety updates. It isn't standard size..
Ive owned 2 of this cars and I worked for a tire shop for years, I can assure you, this is the size that comes on them from the factory. Ive changed hundreds of tires on these cars.
@@ballsoutperformance I’m tempted to do it but don’t want to screw it up. My A/C is blowing warm and was quoted $1600 to replace compressor. Seems like a ripoff.
Did you replace the system cause the compressor failed ? I’m just wondering if maybe you should have replaced the condenser and flushed the system ? I guess you didn’t need to if it all worked out great..👍Thanks for the video ..
Yea the compressor was no longer building pressure. It was worn out. And yea you can replace the condenser if you want. I inspected everything well and blew everything out with compressed air and there was no foreign debris in any part of system. I think on the coupes you have to replace the condenser because the drier is not seperate. Thanks alot!
Hey man great video. Should be able to get the job done if my body will handle it. I have a few questions if I may please. I had a total blowout with gray oil or freon on a 2010 Civic LX so I'm going to change the evaporator an the condenser, expansion valve and the compressor. Should be able to blow out the lines with brake cleaner and draw compressed air. Question how much more compressor oil did you add other than what come with the new AC compressor ,?? I know you should take your old ac compressor out and measure it and pull the oil out of the new one and compare to the OEM level. Probably going to order from geekparts or there's another one Auto something or something Auto. with any help with the oil amount would be greatly appreciated and thanks
Hey man. Sounds like a good plan. You can handle it. As far as the oil, since youre literally changing everything there would be no oil left in the system. Pour the oil out of the new one if there is any in it, and measure it and just add however much will get you to oem spec. I cant remember what it is an no longer have access to the service manuals and specs that I once did. Call one of the big chain auto stores in your area and ask what the oil capacity is. When i was a teen i worked for one of those stores and in our system we had the fluid capacities for basically any vehicle. I assume they still do.
@@ballsoutperformance hey man I really appreciate it. My local dealership wants $2850 parts and labor but my daddy would roll over in his grave if he knew I paid that much. Thanks for the info man and again great video.
I'd like to avoid tangling with installing a new AC expansion valve on my daughter in law's 2011 Honda Civic. Is it possible that the AC 134-A recharge product with stop leak added that they put into, (which didn't work, by the way) plugged up the expansion valve? I would have not put that crap into it, if it were me. Can this stuff inappropriately plug up the AC system? Thanks. Great video!
I guess it is possible. I cant say for sure as I have never encountered that but Im also not an A/C expert. I can change parts and I know the basics of how the system operates but I am far from a pro as far as A/C is concerned.
@@ballsoutperformance Thanks, BOF! You could have fooled me - they way you handled and described this job all along the way, every step as you were doing it sure looked professional to me! Kudos! You know your stuff. And your confidence you shared with us that "we can do it to", adds much help, as well. Thanks for the encouragement and instructions to us all on this one! Great job.Great video work, too.
I cant recall. I took it to my friends shop to get filled. He has an AC machine. Sometimes theres a label on the bottom of hood or on the radiator support with the capacity. Also Advance auto part store usually have a database with capacities
It seems this particular car, a 2011 Honda Civic, at least the one I have, anyway, has a different type of A/C condensor on it - one with an integrated filter-drier which doesn't come loose from the condensor. I have to evidently buy a whole condensor / filter drier assembly just to replace the filter drier; bummer.
@@ballsoutperformance Yes! You're right, it is the coupe model. Thanks!! That makes sense, then. Too bad the manufacturer and seller of these separate filter driers doesn't specify which 2011 Honda Civic models they fit, and which ones they don't fit. I was initially wondering if it might have been because of the part of the year this model was made, ie, first half or second half of the year 2011. But I bet you're right, though - it has to do with whether it's a 4 door or a two door (coupe). Thanks so much for the quick reply!
Could you tell me what parts you used? Denso seems oem but Honda uses Satan a.c. compressor going cheap? Did you use Satan o rings? Reciever or dryer? Thanks
Correct Denso manufactures a lot of the factory components for Honda. And yes, these cars come with Sanden Compressors. I went Denso because its what I felt would be the best quality product for my money. The OEM Sanden compressor lasted till 175k miles, besides the AC compressor clutch which I replaced at around 160k. I used a 4 seasons drier because the Denso was out of stock. The o rings were either 4 seasons or Factory Air. I cant remember exactly, but thats what was in stock so thats what I used.
Thanks for your reply. Is there any chance how much of pag oil you use on the dryer if any? What about the sensor ac compressor does it come installed? I'm thinking about doing this job in a later date. This video was helpful by the way.
@@purpledonatello I didnt add any oil to the drier. I put the recommended amount of oil into the compressor. It will circulate from there. I dont understand your second question. Can you rephrase it? And Im glad the video helped. Its really not a hard job at all.
@@ballsoutperformance He's probably meaning the overheat cutoff switch (which is in series with the clutch coil) located on the back of the compressor. Yes, the new compressor comes with a new one, and it's already installed.
This is direct copy from 2007 Civic OEM online manual for future viewers.
AC Refrigerant Oil Replacement (With A/C)
Recommended PAG oil: SP-10
P/N 38897-P13-A01AH: 120 mL (4 fl•oz)
It is important to have the correct amount of refrigerant oil in the A/C system to ensure proper lubrication of the compressor. Too little oil damages the compressor; too much oil reduces the cooling capacity of the system, and can produce high vent temperatures.
• To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with other refrigerant oils.
• Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
• Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if it gets on the paint, wash it off immediately.
Add the recommended refrigerant oil in the amount listed if you replace any of the following parts:
A/C condenser . 50 mL (1 2/3 fl•oz)
Evaporator . 40 mL (1 1/3 fl•oz)
Line or hose . 10 mL (1/3 fl•oz)
Receiver/Dryer . 10 mL (1/3 fl•oz)
Leakage repair . 25 mL (5/6 fl•oz)
A/C compressor . Since the oil separator is equipped inside the compressor for this vehicle, oil drainage is unnecessary at the time of compressor replacement.
Great info
@@ballsoutperformance did you add any oil to the compressor or did it already have some?
Some come shipped with oil and some dont. I would check before hand. If the new one does have oil, you should pour it out into a clean cup (or something) and measure the amount to compare to the factory specs.
@@ballsoutperformance Good advice. The manual does not make any comments about the compressor oil. I added it to my copy. I did exactly what you suggested. It held 5 oz.
Hello thanks for this information! How do you properly add the appropriate amount of oil to for example the receiver/drier?
excellent how to. i have to tackle this job now. all 3 of these civics ive owned have had AC issues that ive never fixed. i want cold air in this one lol
I understand. Ive done this job on these model civics a few times. Its not bad.
Overall great job and thanks for not talking over our understanding.
Thanks. Glad it was helpful
13.34 is what helped me lol I didn't realize there was a bolt holding the lines to the firewall the lines was only thing I needed to replace on my Si thanks!
Where did you buy the lines ? I need the hot side my blow up , thanks.
Outstanding. Thanks for not talking above my knowledge. I look forward to more videos. Down home and to the point Great job
Thanks for the feedback. Im not a great videographer and Im not the best at explaining things, but Im trying to get better. Im glad you were able to gain something from it. Thank you.
Thank you for your effort and time for making this video.
I just had my AC revamped in April, 2022. I own a 1999 Honda Accord EX V6. Compressor removal was easy. You put the car on a lift, drop the plastic cowl, and boom, there is the compressor. Replacement of dryer and condenser was just as easy. There is a lot more work room in the Accord as opposed to the Civic.
Odd that you experienced compressor/ system issues. You indicated that you are working on a 2008, and you performed this replacement in 2019. Eleven years, and the system began to malfunction, interesting. Mine is over twenty years, and just noticed a problem. Since I have Auto Climate Control, I also had to test Heater/ Fresh Air regulators and sensors. Also check your Cabin Temperature sensor , aka Aspirator. A real pain in the butt!
The total cost to revamp the system, $700.00. Had I had Honda do all the work, it would have cost $1,500.00. I supplied the OEM Honda Parts, and had a local Honda Dealer perform the task. All the work is covered for a year. A year of piece of mind.
Good deal! Yes my compressor only lasted 11 years. But then again im still on the complete oem ac system on my 2002 civic with 315k miles. So its just a hit and miss thing
Thank you so much bro, I have spend much money on honda civic Ac, but It is not working, Even mechanic changed all the things except AC Valve, But AC have same problem, Now I am going to change Dashboard AC Valve, today and inform you.... very informative video ... thanks
Hey did it solve your problems? My 07 is having ac issues aswell very frustrating i just replaced my ac clutch and coil
You replaced clutch and coil? That leads me to believe that your compressor wasnt kicking on? Is the compressor coming on at all now? Can you describe your problem?
@@Jonny-le9sl yes bro I have solved it,,, but you know please ensure whats the fault actually, some mechanics are just making money and fun,,, but atleast check yourself first time.... This video saved my 500$ ...
So was it the AC expansion valve at fault, or not? Thanks
Expansion valves get clogged easily.
Good video. Thanks for posting.
I took the bumper off to change the condenser and compressor is right there
Did you buy the hole kit and around how much was it and where at?? Thiz is a great video
I bought each part individual. I cant remember where I purchased it all from. Thank you! Glad to help.
I completed it the air in the 06 Coupe Civic Mt. Is 34 degrees sitting now. Plus it's getting 53.33333 mpg. See yaaaa
Good stuff!
Do you have a parts list specific to the coupe by chance?
@@marklavalle2154 i think its all the same except for the drier. On the coupe its built into the condenser, so you change the whole condenser
Just want to point out the inside of the expansion valve the front of it . Two o rings for there to compete the fitting lines. . But is not needed...thanks. I installed 2 inside the expansion valve, and on both out lines and two on the in lines.. and so note. The door jam says 205. Tire ...some where some how Mabye for updates road safety those stickers has been changed to 205 tire. Which is 205 mm that is 8 inch tire on a stock 6.5inch rim. 165/55/16 ...165 mm is 6.5 inches. So every car with this sticker with stock 6.5 rims have over sized tires on their car. . 205/55/16 that's 8 inches wide tire on a 6.5 rim. Over sized. So stock sticker used to be obliviously 165/55/16. So that's alot of usless friction. And a 205 tire said do not mount on a 6.5 rim. . a 215 says do not mount on a 6 inch rim...and so on . So how's that sound
205/55/16 is the standard size on 8th gens. Thats what comes on them
@@ballsoutperformance have you ever seen the 205. It says don't put a 205 mm which is 8 inch wide tire on a 6.5 inch rim. We all know a 6.5 tires goes on a 6.5 rim or a 7 inch tire . There over sized for the at stock rim someone has changed the sticker during idk road safety updates. It isn't standard size..
Ive owned 2 of this cars and I worked for a tire shop for years, I can assure you, this is the size that comes on them from the factory. Ive changed hundreds of tires on these cars.
@@ballsoutperformance they just issued a warrant for trump
man how do you fish that hard line back in there? from the bottom or the top? i can't get that thing in without bending it xD
Looks like a big job.
It really wasnt bad.
@@ballsoutperformance I’m tempted to do it but don’t want to screw it up. My A/C is blowing warm and was quoted $1600 to replace compressor. Seems like a ripoff.
Yea thats a lot of money considering parts are 300-400
Damn bro good shit
How long was the whole process?
Thanks. I did it in a day. But now that ive already done it once, if I had to do it again, probably 3 hours.
BallsOutPerformance the summer heat is coming so I think I’m gonna have to do this. Thnx for the vid 👍
Did you replace the system cause the compressor failed ? I’m just wondering if maybe you should have replaced the condenser and flushed the system ? I guess you didn’t need to if it all worked out great..👍Thanks for the video ..
Yea the compressor was no longer building pressure. It was worn out. And yea you can replace the condenser if you want. I inspected everything well and blew everything out with compressed air and there was no foreign debris in any part of system. I think on the coupes you have to replace the condenser because the drier is not seperate. Thanks alot!
I can’t get that blower box out. Upper right bolts require a universal joint.
pretty sure my drier was double sealed thats why i have a leak sprayed soapy water and thats where it was bubbling
Beware. The last screw on the back of the condenser cover is a pain to get out!!!
No A/ C flush through the condenser and no oil in the dryer 😮
Did u take the radiator out
No. No need to.
@@ballsoutperformance it's the condenser I thought it was the radiator they look very similar
Hey man great video. Should be able to get the job done if my body will handle it. I have a few questions if I may please. I had a total blowout with gray oil or freon on a 2010 Civic LX so I'm going to change the evaporator an the condenser, expansion valve and the compressor. Should be able to blow out the lines with brake cleaner and draw compressed air. Question how much more compressor oil did you add other than what come with the new AC compressor ,?? I know you should take your old ac compressor out and measure it and pull the oil out of the new one and compare to the OEM level. Probably going to order from geekparts or there's another one Auto something or something Auto. with any help with the oil amount would be greatly appreciated and thanks
Hey man. Sounds like a good plan. You can handle it. As far as the oil, since youre literally changing everything there would be no oil left in the system. Pour the oil out of the new one if there is any in it, and measure it and just add however much will get you to oem spec. I cant remember what it is an no longer have access to the service manuals and specs that I once did. Call one of the big chain auto stores in your area and ask what the oil capacity is. When i was a teen i worked for one of those stores and in our system we had the fluid capacities for basically any vehicle. I assume they still do.
@@ballsoutperformance hey man I really appreciate it. My local dealership wants $2850 parts and labor but my daddy would roll over in his grave if he knew I paid that much. Thanks for the info man and again great video.
Wow..... that is some serious cash for that job. Youre very welcome. Any other questions, be sure to reach out.
I'd like to avoid tangling with installing a new AC expansion valve on my daughter in law's 2011 Honda Civic. Is it possible that the AC 134-A recharge product with stop leak added that they put into, (which didn't work, by the way) plugged up the expansion valve? I would have not put that crap into it, if it were me. Can this stuff inappropriately plug up the AC system? Thanks. Great video!
I guess it is possible. I cant say for sure as I have never encountered that but Im also not an A/C expert. I can change parts and I know the basics of how the system operates but I am far from a pro as far as A/C is concerned.
@@ballsoutperformance Thanks, BOF! You could have fooled me - they way you handled and described this job all along the way, every step as you were doing it sure looked professional to me! Kudos! You know your stuff. And your confidence you shared with us that "we can do it to", adds much help, as well. Thanks for the encouragement and instructions to us all on this one! Great job.Great video work, too.
question why are you changed the air compressor, is it was bad ?
It was worn out
How much oil do you put into? And where?
I cant remember how many ounces. You should be able to find the spec online somewhere. As far as where to put it, just pour it into the compressor.
@@ballsoutperformance Don't the compressors usually come prefilled with AC oil? Thanks.
How much Freon did it take? Dealer can't/won't even tell me.
I cant recall. I took it to my friends shop to get filled. He has an AC machine. Sometimes theres a label on the bottom of hood or on the radiator support with the capacity. Also Advance auto part store usually have a database with capacities
It seems this particular car, a 2011 Honda Civic, at least the one I have, anyway, has a different type of A/C condensor on it - one with an integrated filter-drier which doesn't come loose from the condensor. I have to evidently buy a whole condensor / filter drier assembly just to replace the filter drier; bummer.
Yours must be a coupe model? If I remember correctly the coupe model is the one with the integrated drier.
@@ballsoutperformance Yes! You're right, it is the coupe model. Thanks!! That makes sense, then. Too bad the manufacturer and seller of these separate filter driers doesn't specify which 2011 Honda Civic models they fit, and which ones they don't fit. I was initially wondering if it might have been because of the part of the year this model was made, ie, first half or second half of the year 2011. But I bet you're right, though - it has to do with whether it's a 4 door or a two door (coupe). Thanks so much for the quick reply!
No problem!
Could you tell me what parts you used? Denso seems oem but Honda uses Satan a.c. compressor going cheap? Did you use Satan o rings? Reciever or dryer? Thanks
Correct Denso manufactures a lot of the factory components for Honda. And yes, these cars come with Sanden Compressors. I went Denso because its what I felt would be the best quality product for my money. The OEM Sanden compressor lasted till 175k miles, besides the AC compressor clutch which I replaced at around 160k. I used a 4 seasons drier because the Denso was out of stock. The o rings were either 4 seasons or Factory Air. I cant remember exactly, but thats what was in stock so thats what I used.
Thanks for your reply. Is there any chance how much of pag oil you use on the dryer if any? What about the sensor ac compressor does it come installed? I'm thinking about doing this job in a later date. This video was helpful by the way.
@@purpledonatello I didnt add any oil to the drier. I put the recommended amount of oil into the compressor. It will circulate from there.
I dont understand your second question. Can you rephrase it?
And Im glad the video helped. Its really not a hard job at all.
@@ballsoutperformance He's probably meaning the overheat cutoff switch (which is in series with the clutch coil) located on the back of the compressor. Yes, the new compressor comes with a new one, and it's already installed.
@@teravolt6113 thanks!
Could you tell me where did you buy that ac set?
Rock Auto.
Short hand job,you cut the brace at the back of the glve box
Yes. The factory service manual advises to cut the brace.