How expensive is it to fix the air conditioning on a 98 Saturn?

Question

I refilled the fluid and a week later it seems to have disappeared -- so, something is leaking. I think the worst news would be if it's the compresser. What are the other possibilities of where it's leaking fluid? How much is this likely to cost to repair? I live in the Atlanta area.

By fluid, I mean the stuff (used to be freon) that the repair shops put in the car -- this was done by a mechanic. I don't think that whatever it is they refilled is the problem -- I think the AC system is leaking, that's the problem.

Answer 1

How did you refill the fluid. Do you have the experience to do this. I don't think so. You may/probably have a leak. It could be a compressor seal or an o ring seal at a connection or a leak in the condensor or evaporator. I would go to a shop that specializes in a/c repair. The cost can vary as to the shop and how bad they rip you off.

Answer 2

Shop around the new R-34 systems can be worked on by most mechanics. I would call Auto-Zone and ask them how much a compressor is then 65 dollars an hour labor (most Shops) and tax will get you in the ballpark on cost. Most AC shop have a sniffer that will find a leak in your system so if that is your problem then you would only be looking at refill and labor. Good Luck

Answer 3

It all depends on where the leak is at. If the leak is in an easy position to fix, then its more likely to be a cheap fix. If the leak is in a hard to fix place then it will be a very expensive fix. as for the compressor unless it acting up its probably okay. My aunts 1999 caravan had a similar problem.

Answer 4

If you put some kind of fluid in your ac system the entire system will need to be replaced. Ac systems dont use fluid. To replace your ac system at a shop figure on around fifteen hundred bucks parts and labor

Answer 5

Next time have them add a dye to your system - it makes the leaks easier to find and john is on the right track. good luck