How do I go about fixing an ac leak in an Altima?

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Any a/c repair should really be left to professional. Not only is refrigerant and expensive but it is also dangerous and bad for the environment. So instead of running the risk damaging the system or leaking refrigerant have a pro handle it.

Answer by  thattractorguy (2970)

You can run dye through the air conditioning system to see where the leak is coming from. After you have traced the leak, evacuate the system. Replace the part. Recharge the system.

Answer by  worker8388 (994)

Check the entire radiator for leakage. Test hose that connect the radiator to the engine. Make a test of the connection clamps that connect hoses to the cooling system. Check the water pump. Add fresh coolant to the radiator. Turn on the engine for 15 mins and check for leakage.

Answer by  69nova (389)

They sell a/c leak detection kits at most auto parts suppliers.Follow instructions to inject a dye that will be visible with the light and glasses that are supplied in the pending on where your leak is and the size of it ,recharging your system with some freon that has stop leak in it may solve your problem.

Answer by  Grag (452)

You could try using stop leak R-134 if the leak isn't to large it should fix it otherwise you must find the leak and replace the line or part that is leaking

Answer by  MikeG (1650)

You can try a stop leak additive, I do not recommend disconnecting any hoses due to the pressure from the a/c unit, it must be decompressed.

Answer by  LeonMMA (496)

well , i never heared of that car ... you should go where you bought it and request to be repaired

Answer by  judee (18)

Use a tape and rap the hole or close the opening where the leakage is coming from. Ensure that the opening in your evaporator is tightly blocked.

Answer by  Jenny30 (161)

You will need an AC leak kit. Inject the dye into the system. Top off with R-134. Run AC system in car. Using you UV light, look for any florescent green glowing leaks. Once you have located any of the AC dye;' you have located the leaks. Repair the bad parts and recharge AC system.

Answer by  cajuncuz (177)

Go to jiffy lube and spend a lot of money. or if you have the tools they have a type of fluid you pour into ac system it come with special glasses then turn car on and you will see a certain color that's where your leak is.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

First you need to find the leak. Buy a leak detection kit or have a shop take a look at it. Then you can replace whatever is causing the leak and have it recharged.

Answer by  japratt (1687)

If you are having an AC leak problem with your vehicle then you will need to seal off the problem.