How to Replace an AC Compressor in your Car

Air conditioning compressor not working? Learn how to properly replace your air conditioning compressor so you can get cold air this summer! I show you how to replace an ac compressor in a Toyota Tacoma but the process is similar for any car or truck. This works for an A/C compressor clutch that wont engage and if you are not getting cold air because the compressor is bad.

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[nick_vash]

Good job! I consider Chris as the best car YouTuber ever! The best camera work, the best sound. I don't speak English fluently but understand 100% of the narrative.

[frespe]

I don't even need to change my compressor but it's still very enjoyable to watch someone competent do a great job.

[Xelaon]

I’ve watched every single video chris has made over 2 times each, helps cure my boredom and learn a thing or two.

[sergiomuniz]

I watch him do it and I'm like.. "looks easy"

Then I go do it and all hell breaks loose.

[gunnarbiker]

It's disgusting how easy you make it look!! Nice video!

[bwholladay]

Excellent vids! Gave me enough courage to replace the compressor and recharged the system myself! So nice to have working a/c again in this Carolina summer heat and humidity! You made a difference to me and my family!

[alejandrobarocio]

The quality and camera angles are amazing. Great video as always.

[shidharthp]

One of the most amazing aspects of your videos is the way you film your work and the quality of the image and light in those narrow spaces.
very good

[mikehartley]

Fyi, auto zone and o reilly’s will lend out these ac tools

[thegman]

ChrisFix has helped me out so many times, so I don't want him to take my critic in the wrong way. I have a 2004 Honda Accord and needed to change the compressor, this video helped me out immensely. But...the oil that comes with Denso Compressors is only for shipping purposes and needs to be drained, and filled to the proper amount. Thankfully my new compressor was not ruined but caught it in time. Thank you Chris.

[tylerrankin]

you're some sort of mechanical wizard. swivel socket, deep well, extension, a breaker bar, and one handed bravo chris you've done it again blew my mind

[warpath]

He never even said a bad word. Not 1 F word.

[garnettsean]

Afterr watching a lot of other auto service/repair videos, it is very refreshing to see the stable, clear, concise shots and thorough explanations provided in your videos. Well done sir!

[grimson]

ChrisFix intro from 2015:
*chill voice* "Hey guys, Chris Fix here"
Chris Fix intro today:
*WWE ring announcer voice* "HEY GUYS, CHRIS FIX HERE!!"

[tylerdaynes]

This video saved me about 1000 dollars though it took me 22 hours to do because of other complications that should be expected when you work on your own car, and I am an amateur. But I had lots of time to do it, and not all that much money. Would highly recommend doing it on your own. If I were to do it again I would expect anywhere from 4 to 10 hours depending on the car now that I know exactly what I'm doing. Now my AC blows coooold all thanks to this awesome guide video.

[mgonzo]

Great coverage in the whole aspect of replacing the compressor. Other mechanic videos were not as clear and only included some parts of replacing the compressor. Good job in explaining in detail!! I will try doing this myself.😢 A quote from a mechanic was $1200 to fix & part was $650 when I can purchase for $260 myself.

[sethbingo]

A small tip I have:
Change the hardware out if it's really rusted or if it's made of aluminum. I have had screws and bolts break or get stripped to the point where you can't remove them through normal means. This is especially important if your car is over 20 years old. Ie. 90s or older

[genericusername]

Thanks for the video and good camera angles/lighting. Just one tip: Most systems will require "oil balancing". If nothing on the system was replaced (other than the compressor and the dessicant drier) one must drain the oil out of the old compressor and measure it. Then drain the oil out of the new compressor and measure it. The amount of oil that came out of the old compressor is the same amount you'll put back in the new compressor. There are other factors to consider which I can't get into here, but the point is that you don't want too much oil in the system.

[manzelli]

Always love your DIYs. You and a few other YouTubers helped increase my confidence to get away from dealership-dependence and really get involved with my vehicles. Thanks

[jincjin]

High quality video, straight to the point, most importantly you didn't skip any steps for every bolt installation and removal, and you mentioned all the parts requiring specific attention and lubricating.