Do I need to replace receiver drier?
The receiver/drier should be replaced any time the system is opened for service, and most compressor warranties require it. Additionally, the filter inside the receiver/drier could be restricted by debris that may have been inside the system. This could diminish refrigerant and oil flow.
Are AC compressors hard to replace?
Typically, replacing a compressor should be done by a professional, but you can perform this task at home if you are competent working with your hands. Doing the job yourself can also save you a decent amount of money. The following items will need to be replaced on the compressor: New compressor.
When should you replace AC dryer?
The receiver dryer must be regularly replaced. It is recommended that the receiver dryer is replaced every second year or whenever the circuit has been opened. Always install a new receiver dryer any time the compressor is replaced and always when a serious leakage has been noticed and repaired.
Can a dryer be replaced with an AC compressor?
While a lower estimate may seem appealing, it may not include a replacement AC dryer, which can wreak havoc on your AC system. At Rivergate Muffler & Auto Repair, we will always make the necessary repairs to your AC dryer when working on your compressor.
Where is the dryer located in an AC system?
The AC dryer, also known as the receiver, filter or dehydrator, is located in the high-pressure section of your AC system. The dryer looks like a series of small metal canisters and can usually be found in the plumbing between the condenser outlet and the expansion valve inlet. The AC dryer is an integral part of the AC system in your vehicle.
Why do I have to replace the compressor and the condenser at the same time?
If the original condenser isn’t replaced, the risk is that a small piece of debris that’s left behind in the original condenser will cause the compressor to fail again. Therefore, many replacement AC compressor warranties require replacement of the condenser…which is probably why your mechanic is telling you to replace both parts at the same time.