2006-07-09 17:03:32 · 6 answers · asked by BigSamich 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Depends on the location. Some leaks are the result of a loose fitting which needs tightening. Usually there is a greasy look surrounding the leak. After tightening it will need to be "charged" flled with refrigerent to replace the loss. The worst kinds of leaks are either the compressor seal or the evaporator or condensor. Any of those is very expensive to fix. Cross your fingers that it's just a hose fitting and you find an honest mechanic.
2006-07-09 17:16:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
If it is a "small leak" meaning it takes a month or so to deplete, the most economical route is to learn how to add refrigerant yourself.
To replace a compressor, cost about 6-8 hundred.
To replace an evaporator, about the same.
To replace condensor, 2-3 hundred.
To replace a hose, up to 2 hundred.
To charge professionally, about a hundred.
Two cans of R134a, 15 bucks at Wal-Mart!
Three chargings per summer, 45 bucks vs above costs, well, just how small is the leak?
2006-07-09 17:24:01 · answer #2 · answered by br549 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on where the leak is. Most of the cost goes into locating.
If you know where it leaks replacing the part with a junk part would be the first choice. Patching it with a 2 component patch would be the next. It may be as easy as re-tightening a connection.
2006-07-09 17:12:05 · answer #3 · answered by Don't look too close! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on where the leak is, try a salvage yard. This is the most cost effective way besides stealing the parts.
2006-07-09 17:07:11 · answer #4 · answered by thugtwin1@sbcglobal.net 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably cost more to repair than the value of the car.
2006-07-09 17:09:24 · answer #5 · answered by Irie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
chewing gum
2006-07-09 17:07:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋