GreatOdin'sRaven
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Sorry, if this has been asked/answered before.
I have searched for hours on and other threads, but have not found a write-up or anything that answers all of my questions.
I just purchased a 1999 XJ (4.L). The AC does not work and hasn't worked for years.
I have already determined two things: 1) The system is empty and 2) The compressor needs to be changed.
MY QUESTIONS:
I am trying to avoid destroying a new compressor due to contamination or improper oil amount.
Any help is greatly appreciated even if you can only answer 1 of the 4 questions.
I have searched for hours on and other threads, but have not found a write-up or anything that answers all of my questions.
I just purchased a 1999 XJ (4.L). The AC does not work and hasn't worked for years.
I have already determined two things: 1) The system is empty and 2) The compressor needs to be changed.
MY QUESTIONS:
1) Do I need to change the accumulator also?
2) Do I need to change the AC Refrigerant Liquid Hose (with orifice tube)
2) Do I need to change the AC Refrigerant Liquid Hose (with orifice tube)
2.1 if either of those components need to be changed as well, in what order do I change the parts? Example: accumulator, orifice tube then compressor last
3) How much PAG oil do I put in the new compressor?3.1 What if the old compressor has no oil at all?
4) At what point to I take it to a mechanic to have it Charged, Flushed, Vac etc? I am trying to avoid destroying a new compressor due to contamination or improper oil amount.
Any help is greatly appreciated even if you can only answer 1 of the 4 questions.