I have watched dozens of similar instructional videos and you are the only one who correctly vents the fill hose line once it is connected to the low side port by slightly unscrewing the can. This is a very important procedure as it keeps moisture and air from entering the system.
When you said "it'll take a while" you weren't kidding! The whole process took my car over 30 minutes before the can emptied. When I began I almost gave up because the gauge wasn't moving and the can felt full, but patience paid off and it eventually took the whole can. I still have a bit further to go on my gauge, but my car is blowing very, very cold air!! Thanks for a good video with important tips. Also, many comments here ask what the pressure should be when full. On my gauge it says between 45 and 65, but others tell me full is between 40 and 50. I got mine to 40 before the can emptied and my a/c is much, much colder. I'm going to wait a few days to see if it leaks out, and if the temp remains steady I'll buy another can to top it off.
Well done! I went to Canadian tire and the price was over 70$ plus the tax for 2 cans of refrigerant along with a hose and gauge...walmart was 50$ along with a hose and gauge and a local mechanic was 100$!!! I got on my bicycle went to the auto parts store got a can of refrigerant along with a hose 37$ and this gentleman wants a... like ...and a simple thank you! Keep it up!
Great video but could have touched on the pressure gauge during the process. After its initial showing you never showed any pressures during the process, this would have helped to understand it more. How did you know you were at the stopping point? Thanks
@@knowgo411 Another bad video, dude you didn't show when to stop at what level on the GUAGE 120 or 110 ? Wth man another video i've watched kinda bad , also was your Car windows up or down the whole process ?
The hose kit should tell you at which point to stop. Mine has a yellow area at the 12 'o clock mark showing when it's full. Check the mfgr instructions.
Well done video! My only critique is that you should have shown the needle climbing on the pressure gauge, and talked about the specific PSI (found on a under hood sticker or online) of the vehicle you were working on. As for the critics that complain about you overexplain the procedure ...they should realize that mostly noobs like me are watching this...when it's over 90 degrees!!!
One thing I have done since the mid-'70s is to set the charging can in a 2qt saucepan full of very hot water once it begins to empty. This little trick makes the can empty in less than half the time by increasing the pressure in the can. As the can empties it gets very cold because that is what it is supposed to do. But the colder the can gets the longer it takes to empty.
You used a clear and concise terminology to describe the steps to take for the addition of coolant to the A/C system. Anyone who hasn't done this operation should have a much better idea of what it is that they are doing. I was a bit disappointed in the fact that the gauge needle position of a fully charged system wasn't indicated, but the instructions provided with the gauge assembly should cover this. You produced a fine video that should help those who are not familiar with adding coolant to the automotive A/C system. You performed a service that should help people who may not have extra funds to spend, get a bit of relief from the heat that the Summer months hammer us with. You didn't cover all aspects, but between what you have provided and the instructions on the can and gauge assembly, someone can get a little comfort. Thanks for taking the time to help others that may need a little bit of information to get through the heat of driving around in summer traffic.
The pressure gauge is the most important part and you skipped it, The gauge pressure should tell you how much Refrigerant gas is still in the AC system, and as you are filling the refrigerant gas it will tell you exactly when to stop filling as you reach the right pressure . I appreciate the slow explanation for everybody to understand but wish you explained the pressure gauge role in this process.
The pressure reading should be around 35 psig, but that is an approximation , it really depends on the outdoor (ambient) temperature ....Some of the dials on the gauge spin so you can set it to the outdoor temp and then you can set the charge.......If you buy one they should come with instructions on how to do it.............hope this helped.... The proper way to do it would be to weigh it in as per the sticker in the engine compartment or owners manual....
Me too! Sorry but this is the worst car AC video i have seen why do you have a gauge at all just use a straight hose hahaha man go learn how to do a proper video or don't do them at all that gauge is very important on the refiling of the ac you did a blind video for the viewers ,i know your intentions are good but not good enough .
I am not a mechanically inclined person, but your video gave me enough confidence to give it a shot tomorrow. Very clear for the novices like me. Thanks.
From S. Korea, A great wonderful guide for my AC recharge DIY. Furthermore it is very simple and clear for me. Eventhough I'm not native English speaker I could follow your tutorial explain easily. Not only systematic but also articulate for me.
Glory to God! I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate this video. I have been looking for days and I finally found someone that gives detailed step instructions one 12 oz can. And which end of the holes goes to the can vs into the car😅. Like a woman should know these things? Not really😢. Very grateful thank you so much.
For those asking about the gauge, which the good poster overlooked to show. The proper recharged pressure is around 40 PSI, plus or minus 10 PSI. This is the blue region, which is usually marked 25 to 55 PSI. Once it reaches about 40 PSI, there is enough gas, and you can close off the tap on the can. The aircon should be cold enough. Look also at the sight glass on the receiver-drier. Enough gas usually shows clear liquid, or few bubbles. More bubbles usually means not enough. You can also touch the suction pipe (where the refill valve is) coming out from the evaporator, and onto the compressor's low suction port. This should feel cold, or fairly cold, as the compressor cuts in, after about 15 to 30 seconds.
Great instructional video. I used the REDTEK 22A "residential" kit to repair my Home AC (3ton) system. The only thing I would add is it may be useful to use a can of their "leak sealer" before recharging with refrigerant. (its done following the same procedure as you have explained in the video. Except don't rely on the gauge. ) Surprisingly, the DIY kits work really well and will save hundreds of Dollars. Bought mine at CanadianTire (in Canada)... Again great video.
He didn't show the gauge measure because he had already done it before he made the tutorial. At 2:35 you can see the needle going from zero to full. It's a very good and clear tutorial.
Great video! I used your instructions to fill up my car's AC during my work lunch hour. I bought the refrigerant through Amazon and my dad had a leftover hose gadget that he bought from Canadian Tire (the same one in the video).
@@bigskill80 If you live in Canada, look for Red Tek AC Refrigerant Recharge Kit. I'd do more research on your own to decide whether to use R134a or R12a coolant. Personally I used R134a on a 2005 Mazda 3.
If your not in Canada it's different, they cant cant get R-134 so that got to use that bullshit that hopefully don't explode if it gets a leak. In America that shit is illegal I think, can't put anything flammable in a car AC but if you buy a gauge like that it will come with instructions, a lot of of the little cheap ones have a thing where you spin the outside of it depending on the outside top and it will have a green and yellow and red
Great video man, you saved me,lol,as I first went by Red Tek instructions, turned the can upside down, what b.s .,almost used a full can 4 nothing. But then followed your instructions and everything worked out,now have cold ac in my old 2005 Accord!
I liked the way it was explained. Slow and precise. However I would have liked it more if that gauge or meter was explained. How it is usedand what one should look for.
This is a "how to top off your refrigerant" video at best. They sell these types of products with the gauges already built in. Refilling refrigerant takes a lot more prep than this, such as having a pump and manifold gauges, both of which you can rent out from AutoZone (for example), and you would really only ever need/want to do this if there is a serious issue or you just replaced your compressor
You forgot to explain that the gauge should have a dial to adjust based on ambient temperature. And that pressure readings should be observed when the compressor turns on.
Ur Explanation is a master piece my friend.....only the gauge thing....for those who didnt understand...and are winning about the video.....start school again...
Nice vid... Id like to add a few things... 1 prior to charging the system its best to leave doors open so that the clutch will stay engaged.. If clutch is disengaged you will get a higher reading.. You want a reading of 30-38PSI anything over 60 PSI can damage compressor. (On compressor pulley there is a 2nd wheel in the middle which spins... That is the clutch engaging while spinning you watch you reading) Also... I dont know why you would have the gauge facing the other way and informing people to fully open valve then agitate.... You invert the can then slowly open the valve while watching the gauge so you dont overcharge... Once you hit 30 close the valve... No need to crack er open, a split second late and you dicked er. 3rd this is just a bandaid... 4th prior to charging the system its a good idea to check for leaks.... Or of you don't want to, run the red tek ac sealant through it... Over time o-rings shrink/harden where you could use redtek leakstop Other leaks happen in metal and rubber lines, the condenser etc.. You would use redtek proseal. If youve achieved the proper charge (30-38psi) and the can still has refridgerant in it... DO NOT REMOVE THE CAN FROM THE CAN TAP HOSE VALVE!!! Leave attached to hose and store....
Thank you. I was wondering about the tap valve and remaining refrigerant as I do not want to overfill my car nor lose such an expensive product to the atmosphere - for environmental and monetary reasons, of course.
Well explained, thanks very much. ---- How long did you leave refrigerant filling into the car, and what's the reading on the meter? You said it takes a while
OMG! This is the first video where the instructor doesn't show the gauge and the irony of this is that he explains this very well. He tells us how to put and remove the can, period!
A lot of people are asking about gauge reading. The low side, on the gauge, is blue and the high side is red. You are filling from the low side so when your gauge reads anywhere in the blue that is good.!
Just FYI - 12a is ozone friendly and more efficient than the 134a = also - there's a reason why it ran dry - there's a leak - u should use a sealer for fixing - THEN put the coolant in
This was super helpful! My husband and I couldn't figure out why the gauge wasn't moving. I figured out (thanks to you) that we didn't open the valve to release the refrigerant. This video was easy to follow and we got the job done! Thanks!
Safety measures should be applied, Safety Glasses, gloves to protect against frost bite. As remarked elsewhere a visual of the gauge would have created better instruction to this video. It was nice and slow with most detail.
I found this really helpful. I'm not a car person at all, all I know how to do it change a tire and check oil lol but I did this all by myself after watching this video!! Thanks!
I don't trust anything under pressure. After watching your video I can't wait to tackle mine. Thanks for the confidence and motivation boost. The gauge wasn't much of an issue, I figure that would give me the opportunity to read and get that info from the instructions that came with my kit anyway. 👌👍🏼
Very helpful, and the slow and precise route is the way to go for us utube mechanics! Yes he didn't mention the gauge range but it is pretty self explanatory and your ok to keep it in the GREEN range...colour coded.
This is by far THE BEST video showing us how to refill the ac system with refrigerant. There are ao many quick videos but they lack detail. Thank you so much for the video man
You’re a nerd and shouldn’t even own a vehicle. Shut up. The gage should be in the blue, it’s common sense moron. Also go ahead and wear safety glasses like a meathead. I won’t be
I did it! Thank you! I first saw your video three weeks ago, it took me this long to work up the courage, and today I figured it out. Couldn't have done it without you. Thanks!
Warning: He does't show to measure pressure BEFORE adding refrigerant, and he doesn't show the "proper" measurement on the gauge AFTER he's added refrigerant. That's very important. If you add a whole can but needed only part of it, your compressor could be damaged.
The video functioned as required. The comments are where the fun is! My favs are the ones are where people get disgusted that "he is putting a flammable gas into a car engine!?!?!?!" Hilarious 🤣
NICE THE WAY YOU EXPLAIN, I HAVE TAKEN H.V.A.C. FOR TWO YEARS AT THE SEQUOIA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, FREMONT, CALIFORNIA. I COMMEND YOU FOR YOUR THOROUGH EXPLANATION, SIMPLE STEP BY STEP, EASY TO FOLLOW AND UNDERSTAND IN A FORM OF TUTORIAL APPROACH IN ''HOW TO DO IT YOURSELF'' FOR THE B E G I N N E R S AND N O V I C E. THANK YOU SIR, I RECOGNIZED YOUR P R O F E S S I O N A L I S M. I REALLY APPRECIATED THAT....;)
Blessings to All, and to All a Joyous Day🙏 ive watched very many videos on this, and by far yours is the most informative giving me the extra courage that i needed to do my own, you are truly a gifted presenter, a teacher from the your Heart, with Love and Appreciation, william and familia🙏👨👩👧👧💞
Would you be able to film this again having arranged your guage so everyone can see how the progress goes. All I could tell is your guage puts the normal zone a bit higher that most people say it is. All these things are important. But filming again would be useful especially after 4 years of people observing that you didn't show anything most important.
Nice report thanks, two questions, most vid's say never Overfill the AC system it could damage the unit? I would have liked to see your gauge readings. Two, the can gets super cold, & freeze you, should use gloves? I know this is true from experience? What say you?
It was an empty can he had previously filled it cuz you can see in beginning pressure was perfect just showing how to do it.A guy like this always has his stuff already done
Two thumbs up!!! Thanks for the step-by-step tutorial, awesome~ btw, I'm wondering if I can use any kind of refrigerant regardless of make/model? I guess 134a will work for my Honda Civic 2009. Thanks for the video~~ ☺
If you pop the hood of your car, there will be a sticker, saying which a/c refrigerant your car uses. Most cars will require 134a, very old cars (e.g. 1970s) will need R12.
You know you’ve reached the required level once you’ve been recharging for a while.. just a while… no quantifying that statement. It will just feel like a while
Charging AC is not simply by pouring a glass of water into basket but should monitor the pressure gauge before and after instead. An overcharge may cause system down, that why monitoring the pressure gauge is very important.
dude. best video on doing this that i found. I love your describing every detail. things other videos just glossed over. and thanks for enunciating every word. I appreciated that as well. GOOD VIDEO!
+James Staton He's probably in canada, they cant just buy 134a off the shelf so they have that dangerous alternative that is illegal in the USA. Its highly flammable
Not worth doing yourself tbh, Gas (R134a) in UK £20 for those small cans, hose approx £20...i would have needed to buy two cans and the hose for my car. I had a pro job done on the proper machine today for £60....drain+ pressure test+clean+oil+gas refill with ultra violet dye in case of leaks, took half an hour and its working brilliant and the correct manufacturers spec amount of gas put in.....that gas is dangerous stuff, not worth messing with imo, also if you had a leak it's a complete waste of time and money, I do alot of my own maintenance but I'll leave the air con to the specialists.
Were the gauge readings some sort of a secret? You kept the dial facing away from the camera. One of the main questions is the gauge readings. Useless video without showing everything.
You need to purge out moisture or air inside the two hoses. That is tricky since the manifold gauge is not provided with the valve to enable the purging 😅
@@followtherabbit203 it can also click on and off. if the clutch kicks on and the pressure drops too low, then turns off and it goes into the red, that means it's low. If the clutch turns on and goes into the red, that means it's overcharged.
Thanks for the walk through. Try not to repeat everything you say. It would have helped a bit if you would have actually recharged your system and compared gauge before and after
Exactly. Good tutorials must explain every step in clear and concise language, which means slowing down a bit. The only real flaw in this one is not showing the meter gauge and how to compensate for outside air temps as to proper reading.
As mentioned - gauge readings was not shown during procedure. Probably because Helpful DIY had already filled this car and was just trying to show the procedure using an empty can without revealing the gauge reading ? One major flaw if ignoring a gauge reading can be if a user connects the hose to the low pressure port and the pressure IS ALREADY properly ok, indicating that NO FILLING IS NEEDED. Then wasting a can and trying to fill despite this can even be dangerous. And the aspect of how to then treat a penetrated can when you conclude that no more filling is needed (meter close to going into RED and still plenty of gas in the can) is not covered.
While I appreciate your enthusiasm, I have to point out a few errors, 1. You have a gauge that is not visible to the audience nor to you, so there is no starting reference to go by. Each manufacture has a charge value for each vehicle. It is important to know what it is for the car you are adding the refrigerant to. 3. You need to shake the can first and every 3-4 seconds while adding the coolant. 4. You should add short, controlled bursts of refrigerant to allow the system to stabilize while looking at the gauge to see what the reading is currently and how much more to add. You simply opened the valve wide open without verifying what the readings were.
First off never mix refrigerants NEVER. Your adding r12a to a r134a system r12a was made to retrofit old r12systems 2nd you should be using proper gauges hi and low side you can get a set for under $50 looking at both high and low will let you know if it is low or you have another problem like bad txv or accumulator just adding refrigerant is an amature move and your putting out bad information there’s a reason hvac techs are well paid
Dude. You showed me how to shake the can for 5 mins but not once did you show us the gauge for the proper pressure!!! The most important part!!!
He did mention that he checked the gauge to make sure it was on the right level. The gauge is self-explanatory.
+Rachel Marlow he never shows us the gauge and what level of pressure It's supposed to be at. Key info.
You will understand when you see the gauge, you really can't screw it up.
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Hmm you keep the gauge reading between 40 to 50.
This is the best DIY recharge tutorial I've found on TH-cam for beginners. Detailed and not overly hurried like others are.
Why you are charging the car AC with a 12A freon can ?
I have watched dozens of similar instructional videos and you are the only one who correctly vents the fill hose line once it is connected to the low side port by slightly unscrewing the can. This is a very important procedure as it keeps moisture and air from entering the system.
This is why the actual proper procedure is to us a vacum while doing this
The official instructions I got with my housing kit didn't even mention it. Guess that's made in china for you.
When you said "it'll take a while" you weren't kidding! The whole process took my car over 30 minutes before the can emptied. When I began I almost gave up because the gauge wasn't moving and the can felt full, but patience paid off and it eventually took the whole can. I still have a bit further to go on my gauge, but my car is blowing very, very cold air!! Thanks for a good video with important tips. Also, many comments here ask what the pressure should be when full. On my gauge it says between 45 and 65, but others tell me full is between 40 and 50. I got mine to 40 before the can emptied and my a/c is much, much colder. I'm going to wait a few days to see if it leaks out, and if the temp remains steady I'll buy another can to top it off.
Well done! I went to Canadian tire and the price was over 70$ plus the tax for 2 cans of refrigerant along with a hose and gauge...walmart was 50$ along with a hose and gauge and a local mechanic was 100$!!! I got on my bicycle went to the auto parts store got a can of refrigerant along with a hose 37$ and this gentleman wants a... like ...and a simple thank you! Keep it up!
Mechanic would have used a scale and bled the whole system, more money but better process if you want your ac to last more than one more summer
Great video but could have touched on the pressure gauge during the process. After its initial showing you never showed any pressures during the process, this would have helped to understand it more. How did you know you were at the stopping point? Thanks
Yes excatly my question aswell!...(other than that he did a great video)
@@knowgo411 Another bad video, dude you didn't show when to stop at what level on the GUAGE 120 or 110 ?
Wth man another video i've watched kinda bad , also was your Car windows up or down the whole process ?
The hose kit should tell you at which point to stop. Mine has a yellow area at the 12 'o clock mark showing when it's full. Check the mfgr instructions.
@@officialyashvirgaming My gauge says Full is between 55 and 65. It's like that on another hose kit a friend has too.
Well done video! My only critique is that you should have shown the needle climbing on the pressure gauge, and talked about the specific PSI (found on a under hood sticker or online) of the vehicle you were working on. As for the critics that complain about you overexplain the procedure ...they should realize that mostly noobs like me are watching this...when it's over 90 degrees!!!
Well put. Exactly my comment as well.
all cans have red if you smart you dont touch go to the red! keep between 45 and 55psi @@bobbymak6964
Finally! A guy who speaks ENGLISH!!!
It. Was. Re. Fresh. Ing. But. A. More. Normal. Ca. Dence. Of. Speak. Ing. Would. Have. Been. Nice.
One thing I have done since the mid-'70s is to set the charging can in a 2qt saucepan full of very hot water once it begins to empty. This little trick makes the can empty in less than half the time by increasing the pressure in the can. As the can empties it gets very cold because that is what it is supposed to do. But the colder the can gets the longer it takes to empty.
You used a clear and concise terminology to describe the steps to take for the addition of coolant to the A/C system. Anyone who hasn't done this operation should have a much better idea of what it is that they are doing. I was a bit disappointed in the fact that the gauge needle position of a fully charged system wasn't indicated, but the instructions provided with the gauge assembly should cover this. You produced a fine video that should help those who are not familiar with adding coolant to the automotive A/C system. You performed a service that should help people who may not have extra funds to spend, get a bit of relief from the heat that the Summer months hammer us with. You didn't cover all aspects, but between what you have provided and the instructions on the can and gauge assembly, someone can get a little comfort. Thanks for taking the time to help others that may need a little bit of information to get through the heat of driving around in summer traffic.
No problem at all! Thank you very much for the comment!!!!
William Charles - Well said. Great video, my only c/o was the gauge calibration(s). ✌️
blah blah - painful to watch and listen too - like old people eating -
LMFAO
The pressure gauge is the most important part and you skipped it, The gauge pressure should tell you how much Refrigerant gas is still in the AC system, and as you are filling the refrigerant gas it will tell you exactly when to stop filling as you reach the right pressure . I appreciate the slow explanation for everybody to understand but wish you explained the pressure gauge role in this process.
I just wanted to ask the same question
Thank you! 9yrs later and you’re still helping ppl
since the beginning i was hoping and awaiting to see the meter readings....but you simply killed my dreams.
Haha I was wondering the same
I was wondering the same this's stupid
The pressure reading should be around 35 psig, but that is an approximation , it really depends on the outdoor (ambient) temperature ....Some of the dials on the gauge spin so you can set it to the outdoor temp and then you can set the charge.......If you buy one they should come with instructions on how to do it.............hope this helped.... The proper way to do it would be to weigh it in as per the sticker in the engine compartment or owners manual....
OMG yes!
Me too! Sorry but this is the worst car AC video i have seen why do you have a gauge at all just use a straight hose hahaha man go learn how to do a proper video or don't do them at all that gauge is very important on the refiling of the ac you did a blind video for the viewers ,i know your intentions are good but not good enough .
thanks for hiding the gauge all the time.
Haha
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Michael Owens yeah lol this guy is a dumbass
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I am not a mechanically inclined person, but your video gave me enough confidence to give it a shot tomorrow. Very clear for the novices like me. Thanks.
From S. Korea, A great wonderful guide for my AC recharge DIY. Furthermore it is very simple and clear for me. Eventhough I'm not native English speaker I could follow your tutorial explain easily. Not only systematic but also articulate for me.
Since he hides the guage...Quick tip....Put thermometer in Vent...when the temp is 40°-45° ur good....DO NOT OVERCHARGE
Yes! For years I didn't have a gage. Add slowly and stabilize at 40 45.
Glory to God! I can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate this video. I have been looking for days and I finally found someone that gives detailed step instructions one 12 oz can. And which end of the holes goes to the can vs into the car😅. Like a woman should know these things? Not really😢.
Very grateful thank you so much.
For those asking about the gauge, which the good poster overlooked to show.
The proper recharged pressure is around 40 PSI, plus or minus 10 PSI.
This is the blue region, which is usually marked 25 to 55 PSI.
Once it reaches about 40 PSI, there is enough gas, and you can close off the tap on the can. The aircon should be cold enough.
Look also at the sight glass on the receiver-drier. Enough gas usually shows clear liquid, or few bubbles.
More bubbles usually means not enough.
You can also touch the suction pipe (where the refill valve is) coming out from the evaporator, and onto the compressor's low suction port. This should feel cold, or fairly cold, as the compressor cuts in, after about 15 to 30 seconds.
Your video is the first of many vids on this to show a way to evacuate some of the air in the tube before piercing the can. Thanks.
Great instructional video. I used the REDTEK 22A "residential" kit to repair my Home AC (3ton) system. The only thing I would add is it may be useful to use a can of their "leak sealer" before recharging with refrigerant. (its done following the same procedure as you have explained in the video. Except don't rely on the gauge. ) Surprisingly, the DIY kits work really well and will save hundreds of Dollars. Bought mine at CanadianTire (in Canada)... Again great video.
He didn't show the gauge measure because he had already done it before he made the tutorial. At 2:35 you can see the needle going from zero to full. It's a very good and clear tutorial.
That's not full ...it only shows the standing pressure.....which is an average of both the high and low side
+zeke112964 Well I meant non dangerous pressure when saying full xD
Great video! I used your instructions to fill up my car's AC during my work lunch hour. I bought the refrigerant through Amazon and my dad had a leftover hose gadget that he bought from Canadian Tire (the same one in the video).
What's the proper name and cost of that gauge? Thank you
Does it need a specific type of refrigerant can?
@@bigskill80 If you live in Canada, look for Red Tek AC Refrigerant Recharge Kit. I'd do more research on your own to decide whether to use R134a or R12a coolant. Personally I used R134a on a 2005 Mazda 3.
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Wow - vastly superior to other do-it-yourself videos on TH-cam!
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After making a big deal about the meter you did not show its face during its most important time, when the charge is complete. Disappointing!
If your not in Canada it's different, they cant cant get R-134 so that
got to use that bullshit that hopefully don't explode if it gets a leak.
In America that shit is illegal I think, can't put anything flammable
in a car AC
but if you buy a gauge like that it will come with instructions, a lot of of the little cheap ones have a thing where you spin the outside of it depending on the outside top and it will have a green and yellow and red
all we use in canada is 134a.
Dilip Saraf
Great video man, you saved me,lol,as I first went by Red Tek instructions, turned the can upside down, what b.s .,almost used a full can 4 nothing. But then followed your instructions and everything worked out,now have cold ac in my old 2005 Accord!
I liked the way it was explained. Slow and precise. However I would have liked it more if that gauge or meter was explained. How it is usedand what one should look for.
I have a video that may help u. Very descriptive
+Leekautorepair does this apply to any car?
This is a "how to top off your refrigerant" video at best. They sell these types of products with the gauges already built in. Refilling refrigerant takes a lot more prep than this, such as having a pump and manifold gauges, both of which you can rent out from AutoZone (for example), and you would really only ever need/want to do this if there is a serious issue or you just replaced your compressor
When you opened up the can your guage indicated almost in the red and you turned your guage away. So what is the correct pressure.
Waited & waited for gauge info. Thats the
Most important part.....
You forgot to explain that the gauge should have a dial to adjust based on ambient temperature. And that pressure readings should be observed when the compressor turns on.
the compressor is forced to run constantly. It will run full or empty
@@harryjones2420 is wrong. if it's empty will not run well, it will stop and run and it will very difficult to read the gauge.
Ur Explanation is a master piece my friend.....only the gauge thing....for those who didnt understand...and are winning about the video.....start school again...
Nice vid... Id like to add a few things... 1 prior to charging the system its best to leave doors open so that the clutch will stay engaged.. If clutch is disengaged you will get a higher reading.. You want a reading of 30-38PSI anything over 60 PSI can damage compressor. (On compressor pulley there is a 2nd wheel in the middle which spins... That is the clutch engaging while spinning you watch you reading)
Also... I dont know why you would have the gauge facing the other way and informing people to fully open valve then agitate.... You invert the can then slowly open the valve while watching the gauge so you dont overcharge... Once you hit 30 close the valve... No need to crack er open, a split second late and you dicked er.
3rd this is just a bandaid...
4th prior to charging the system its a good idea to check for leaks.... Or of you don't want to, run the red tek ac sealant through it... Over time o-rings shrink/harden where you could use redtek leakstop
Other leaks happen in metal and rubber lines, the condenser etc.. You would use redtek proseal.
If youve achieved the proper charge (30-38psi) and the can still has refridgerant in it... DO NOT REMOVE THE CAN FROM THE CAN TAP HOSE VALVE!!! Leave attached to hose and store....
I don't know about "nice vid", good try maybe. Anyway, you just saved me a lot of typing, thanks.
Inverting the can puts the liquid side towards the hose. Isn't that wrong? Should he have closed the tap valve on the can to get a good reading?
Thank you. I was wondering about the tap valve and remaining refrigerant as I do not want to overfill my car nor lose such an expensive product to the atmosphere - for environmental and monetary reasons, of course.
Well explained, thanks very much. ---- How long did you leave refrigerant filling into the car, and what's the reading on the meter? You said it takes a while
OMG! This is the first video where the instructor doesn't show the gauge and the irony of this is that he explains this very well. He tells us how to put and remove the can, period!
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A lot of people are asking about gauge reading. The low side, on the gauge, is blue and the high side is red. You are filling from the low side so when your gauge reads anywhere in the blue that is good.!
Just FYI - 12a is ozone friendly and more efficient than the 134a = also - there's a reason why it ran dry - there's a leak - u should use a sealer for fixing - THEN put the coolant in
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This was super helpful! My husband and I couldn't figure out why the gauge wasn't moving. I figured out (thanks to you) that we didn't open the valve to release the refrigerant. This video was easy to follow and we got the job done! Thanks!
Safety measures should be applied, Safety Glasses, gloves to protect against frost bite. As remarked elsewhere a visual of the gauge would have created better instruction to this video. It was nice and slow with most detail.
I found this really helpful. I'm not a car person at all, all I know how to do it change a tire and check oil lol but I did this all by myself after watching this video!! Thanks!
I don't trust anything under pressure. After watching your video I can't wait to tackle mine. Thanks for the confidence and motivation boost. The gauge wasn't much of an issue, I figure that would give me the opportunity to read and get that info from the instructions that came with my kit anyway. 👌👍🏼
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Very clear and slow step by step video. However, it did not show the gauge for the pressure.
Good job ! Thank you !
Very helpful, and the slow and precise route is the way to go for us utube mechanics! Yes he didn't mention the gauge range but it is pretty self explanatory and your ok to keep it in the GREEN range...colour coded.
This is by far THE BEST video showing us how to refill the ac system with refrigerant. There are ao many quick videos but they lack detail. Thank you so much for the video man
OMG I have learn a lot from this video. I learn not to wear safety glasses n gloves. N I learn to look at the back of the gauge. Thank you very much.
You’re a nerd and shouldn’t even own a vehicle. Shut up. The gage should be in the blue, it’s common sense moron. Also go ahead and wear safety glasses like a meathead. I won’t be
I did it! Thank you! I first saw your video three weeks ago, it took me this long to work up the courage, and today I figured it out. Couldn't have done it without you. Thanks!
need to have enough oil in lines
Warning: He does't show to measure pressure BEFORE adding refrigerant, and he doesn't show the "proper" measurement on the gauge AFTER he's added refrigerant. That's very important. If you add a whole can but needed only part of it, your compressor could be damaged.
That is understandable . I don't mind him skipping. Any normal person should check befor e, after since the hose has gauge , just like tire pressure.
I would suggest eye protection--like plastic goggles of some kind.
He didn't show the measure or check 🤔 how much did he put or need it
As long as you keep the needle in the blue zone of the gauge you are fine it's not rocket science
The video functioned as required. The comments are where the fun is! My favs are the ones are where people get disgusted that "he is putting a flammable gas into a car engine!?!?!?!" Hilarious 🤣
You should of showed us the Gauge has you were charging the car , that is the main point to show !
Thanks for the detailed description on how to recharge the air conditioner. Very helpful. 😊
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Thanks for for keeping us guessing by hiding the gauge…
You should show the pressure on the gauge, otherwise an excellent video.
So what was the pressure gauge for?
thanks you.. really helpful seeing your video for me as independent woman..🇲🇾
Would you be able to film this again having arranged your guage so everyone can see how the progress goes. All I could tell is your guage puts the normal zone a bit higher that most people say it is. All these things are important. But filming again would be useful especially after 4 years of people observing that you didn't show anything most important.
Nice report thanks, two questions, most vid's say never Overfill the AC system it could damage the unit? I would have liked to see your gauge readings. Two, the can gets super cold, & freeze you, should use gloves? I know this is true from experience? What say you?
It was an empty can he had previously filled it cuz you can see in beginning pressure was perfect just showing how to do it.A guy like this always has his stuff already done
Great video , May be we have to do the dye can first to seal the leak ?
Two thumbs up!!! Thanks for the step-by-step tutorial, awesome~ btw, I'm wondering if I can use any kind of refrigerant regardless of make/model? I guess 134a will work for my Honda Civic 2009. Thanks for the video~~ ☺
If you pop the hood of your car, there will be a sticker, saying which a/c refrigerant your car uses. Most cars will require 134a, very old cars (e.g. 1970s) will need R12.
@@dizheller2101 Beautiful~ Thank you so much!! ♥
Absolutely educational, thanks for your time, effort and kindness to share this valuable information. It's truly a cost saver!
Purpose of the gauge, show your readings before, during ,after.
The way you did it, just use a hose w/2-couplers!
What is the required level of refrigerant reading on the meter? Or is the amount different based on your car specifications?
You know you’ve reached the required level once you’ve been recharging for a while.. just a while… no quantifying that statement. It will just feel like a while
@@anthonygonzalez5835 Thanks
Thanks for letting us know what's the appropriate pressure level too 😮
Why the gauge is not visible during charge most important ?
Charging AC is not simply by pouring a glass of water into basket but should monitor the pressure gauge before and after instead. An overcharge may cause system down, that why monitoring the pressure gauge is very important.
dude. best video on doing this that i found. I love your describing every detail. things other videos just glossed over. and thanks for enunciating every word. I appreciated that as well. GOOD VIDEO!
I did it step by step thanks for this knowledgeable contribution ❤
You specify in your description that the refrigerant used is R134a, but you are using R12a in your video. The filling processes are different.
+James Staton He's probably in canada, they cant just buy 134a off the shelf so they have that dangerous alternative that is illegal in the USA. Its highly flammable
are you guys nuts? 134a is what we use! thats what you get when you buy a recharge kit because of the few hazards associated with 12.
Under that good, tells you what type of refrigant to use.
Great video! Gloves and glasses for safety should be recommended
I'm just sitting here wondering why you need to hold your camera tripod.
Always wear safety glasses. Refrigerant can blind you. And recharging is best done on a warm day. It goes faster.
Not worth doing yourself tbh, Gas (R134a) in UK £20 for those small cans, hose approx £20...i would have needed to buy two cans and the hose for my car. I had a pro job done on the proper machine today for £60....drain+ pressure test+clean+oil+gas refill with ultra violet dye in case of leaks, took half an hour and its working brilliant and the correct manufacturers spec amount of gas put in.....that gas is dangerous stuff, not worth messing with imo, also if you had a leak it's a complete waste of time and money, I do alot of my own maintenance but I'll leave the air con to the specialists.
Were the gauge readings some sort of a secret? You kept the dial facing away from the camera. One of the main questions is the gauge readings. Useless video without showing everything.
That must be the best rear view of a gauge I've ever seen!
You need to purge out moisture or air inside the two hoses. That is tricky since the manifold gauge is not provided with the valve to enable the purging 😅
He purged.
Thanks for the tip about releasing the air from the hose.that really helped
When he hooked up the hose if you looked at the gauge it was in the blue already I guess it was already full.
U r really awesome my friend, esta chido tu video 😎
also when you start the engine make sure the the compressors clutch engages
Nice shoes Mike.
If the system is low on Freon the clutch will not engage
@@followtherabbit203 it can also click on and off. if the clutch kicks on and the pressure drops too low, then turns off and it goes into the red, that means it's low. If the clutch turns on and goes into the red, that means it's overcharged.
This is the very definition of knowing just enough to be dangerous.
Thanks for the walk through. Try not to repeat everything you say. It would have helped a bit if you would have actually recharged your system and compared gauge before and after
Best AC video on TH-cam,thanks brother
Great vid with clear instructions. My A/C is now blowing winter! Thank you, sir.
Shake the can lol, you are supposed to turn it up side down since the freon is in liquid state, to help it flow easier...
semble assez bien expliqué parcontre je recommande de regarder plus que 1 video merci!
Guess the pressure...lol nice tutorial very informative...
Kernt thee frog here... Good video.
I thought it was George McFly.
Thanks for the information thanks again just want to ask for how long ikeep chasing the bottle
This duffs must be a Kindergarten teacher, talks as if he is talking to a child. Thanks Mr Rogers
I noticed
I moved here from Canada, and they think I'm slow, eh!
(Simpsons reference for you)
Stop being a jerk. He was nice enough to take his time to do something that YOU need help on
Exactly. Good tutorials must explain every step in clear and concise language, which means slowing down a bit. The only real flaw in this one is not showing the meter gauge and how to compensate for outside air temps as to proper reading.
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hey buddy what is the appropriate gauge pressure...../.you messed up bro.... numbers rule the world......take a lesson for next video
Why are you using R-12 on R-134 system, and nice gauge
forgot to talk about pressures 30 to 38.pounds never looked at it silly
As mentioned - gauge readings was not shown during procedure. Probably because Helpful DIY had already filled this car and was just trying to show the procedure using an empty can without revealing the gauge reading ?
One major flaw if ignoring a gauge reading can be if a user connects the hose to the low pressure port and the pressure IS ALREADY properly ok, indicating that NO FILLING IS NEEDED. Then wasting a can and trying to fill despite this can even be dangerous. And the aspect of how to then treat a penetrated can when you conclude that no more filling is needed (meter close to going into RED and still plenty of gas in the can) is not covered.
not a good video, why did you not show the Guage before and after?
While I appreciate your enthusiasm, I have to point out a few errors, 1. You have a gauge that is not visible to the audience nor to you, so there is no starting reference to go by. Each manufacture has a charge value for each vehicle. It is important to know what it is for the car you are adding the refrigerant to. 3. You need to shake the can first and every 3-4 seconds while adding the coolant. 4. You should add short, controlled bursts of refrigerant to allow the system to stabilize while looking at the gauge to see what the reading is currently and how much more to add. You simply opened the valve wide open without verifying what the readings were.
My friend, we did not see the amount of gas filled and did not see the scale of the filling gauge .... I am surprised at you ...
Best tutorial I found, BUT, gauge is never shown. My guess is that was intentional.
First off never mix refrigerants NEVER. Your adding r12a to a r134a system r12a was made to retrofit old r12systems 2nd you should be using proper gauges hi and low side you can get a set for under $50 looking at both high and low will let you know if it is low or you have another problem like bad txv or accumulator just adding refrigerant is an amature move and your putting out bad information there’s a reason hvac techs are well paid
He sells A/C compressors.
Is there even a high side port to tap into?