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Car Forum / Honda Cars / June 2006

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Ju - 06 Jun 2006 20:38 GMT
Hi all

I own a UK '97 Prelude 2.2 VTi which seems to have a fault with the AC.

The green light illuminates but there is no nice cold air or a dip in the
revs.  Is there anything that I can check or is it a visit to a AC
technican?

I've just purchased the car and was told the AC has a re-gas 2 years ago.

Many thanks

Jules
Earle Horton - 07 Jun 2006 04:51 GMT
Recharging the AC happens because of a leak.  If it was recharged two years
ago, then it is most probable, that it has leaked down again.  Unless you
have some expensive tools and lots of spare time, it is best to leave this
to the experts.  Try to find a locally owned business with a good reputation
for competence and honesty.  Good luck!

In the U.S. they sell recharge kits, consisting of a can of refrigerant, a
recharge hose, a pressure gauge and a fitting that couples to the vehicle's
AC system.  Sometimes this will get you through a season, but if you do not
find and fix the leak, then you will be back at the same spot next year.  It
is possible too, for an amateur to over-charge the system, which can be bad
for it.  (It is possible, but assumed less likely, for professionals to make
mistakes too.)

Earle

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Ju - 07 Jun 2006 19:39 GMT
Thanks for the advice Earle.  Much appreciated :)

It's booked in for a look tomorrow.  80 GBP for a re-charge/gas, approx. 150
USD...

Regards

Jules

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