what type of refrigerant to use for 96 ford taurus. Also procedure to replace?

Question

I need to find out what type of refrigerant is need in the A/C of my 96 Ford Taurus. I am noticing that the air is coming out warmer. We have had temps close to a hundred lately. The air is not evident for a half hour or more if at all. What are the procedures for getting this installed . I would prefer to do this myself, can not afford to take it to a repair shop/

Answer 1

134A is the correct refrigerant. You want to add, not replace. You need a pressure gauge, a can of 134a, and a hose to connect it to the low side (cold side) of your a/c system. Please use the pressure gauge, it's cheap and it will allow you to fill it fully without overfilling (big$repair) the system. If your car has a small leak in the A/C system somewhere it may not pay to have it fixed. The cans of refrigerant are pretty inexpensive. Good luck!

Answer 2

the proper refer is R134a the procedure is basically the same on all vehicles if there is no refrigerant in the a/c syst. you need to take it to a service shop and have the put it into a vacuum and check for any possible leaks. repair the problem and then recharge it. ther could be other problem causing a/c to to have insufficent cooling capabilities like is the car over heating, are the cooling fans coming on, are there restrictions in the a/c syst that are causing incorrect flow of refer. is there a pressure switch that is not operating properly, is the a/c compressor even operating properly when full on charge ect... you may have none of these issues but you need to get to the source of the problem dont just refill it because its empty chances are that it will leak out again and this will cost you more money in the end. your best bet is to take it to an expert with an a/c machine that will recover it and vac syst. to check for leaks. when they refill it make sure the put dye in it so if there is a small leak that is not visible it will show with dye eventually.

Answer 3

There are many IF's regarding the service and repair of the A/C system.
That said, you can go the local discount auto parts store and purchase a kit with the refrigerant, can-tap and hose for less than $25.00.
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS to the letter, and use some sort of safety glasses. You do not want to freeze your eye(s).

Answer 4

You cannot recharge the system yourself, special A/C machine needed, besides this stuff is harmful for the environment (part to blame for these increased temperatures) and only A/C certified mechanics can work with it. Take it to the shop, at least get an estimate, may be it's not that expensive.

Answer 5

So is the Compressor frozen or the pulley, as a results of fact the pulley interior reason low-value to change. as a results of fact the pulley is "frozen" i think it fairly is barely the Pulley and not the compressor. in case you unplugged the seize and it nonetheless does not circulate get the seize assy replaced. I value around one hundred dollars for that. this is a lot extra low-value than changing the Compressor. The A/C is extensively utilized interior the defrost cycle to do away with moisture from the air interior the vehicle. to pass you will decide to reconfigure for a automobile W/O A/C. attempt the broking to get the belt then get a format in a chiltons to direction it properly.

Answer 6

probly r134A which is standard recharge.

recharge can be bought at walmart..kits run about 30 bucks there..(recharge,gauge,hose) its made by EZ CHILL or something..make sure the recharge has an oil,lubrication,stop leak,and the recharge freeon in it.

recharge on your low port (near radiator..cap is either blue..or has a L on it) car must be running..and ac on full blast..it may take a couple cans of recharge..but likely it takes only one..try ONE first..if it needs more..go back and get a can.

Answer 7

r-134- Found at your local PepBoys!! $$34.99!!!!