Air Con condensor drain pipe

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  • alg
    S2Forum Extremist
    • Apr 2004
    • 1160

    #1

    Air Con condensor drain pipe

    Had the A/C checked and they seemed to think there was a problem with the condensor capacity as they could refill less than the usual quoted gas volume. No leaks.
    I have checked the threads and want to check the aircon condensor drain pipe. I have an idea where it is from summer driving but if anyone has a pic or diagram I would be grateful.
    Alastair
    RS2
  • blown_vr6
    S2Forum Addict
    • Apr 2005
    • 406
    • Country: United Kingdom

    #2
    How many times did they try to fill to the correct fill weight?
    If there is alot of moisture in the system then it can happen that you dont get a full charge - if thats the case they should vacuum again and refill until they get the full charge weight.
    'If you ain't broke it you ain't trying hard enough'

    Oh sh*t i broke it

    94 S2 Homefried Decatted Slipperwagon,QRS Top Mounts,Ally Subframe bushes,Poly ARB & Wishbone bushes,RS2 ARB's,Koni & H&R's,Cupra Brembo's and 312mm discs

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    • alg
      S2Forum Extremist
      • Apr 2004
      • 1160

      #3
      So to suggest that the condensor 'has a blockage' on the grounds of one attempted refill is b*ll*cks
      Alastair
      RS2

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      • 4WheelDrifter
        S2Forum Zealot
        • Oct 2004
        • 5773
        • Country: Devon

        #4
        A lot of places seem to struggle to fill the systems on the S2/RS2s.
        I've had mine done at Audiman's place a couple of times with no problems. The vacuuming process does seem to take ages.
        SS

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        • Graham
          S2Forum Extremist
          • Jul 2003
          • 1622
          • Home: United Kingdom Current: Australia

          #5
          Yep, they fill it from the high pressure side on the condenser, i believe there is a refil valve on the low pressure side on the back of the compressor. the bloke who done mine says it is logical to have a low pressure valve, for filling up to the correct amount there, but wasnt sure as he has not worked on these cars before.
          Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.--:Albert Einstein

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