What comes in an AC compressor kit?
Our kits include new compressor with clutch assembly, accumulator/ receiver drier, expansion valve/ orifice tube, rapid seal kit, refrigerant oil, installation instructions, and your vehicles refrigerant and oil capacities.
How much is an air compressor for a Ford Taurus?
The average cost for a Ford Taurus AC compressor replacement is between $617 and $655. Labor costs are estimated between $144 and $182 while parts are priced at $473.
How much does it cost to replace an AC compressor in a Ford Taurus?
Upfront and transparent pricing. Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM. Ford Taurus Car AC Compressor Replacement costs $1150 on average. What is the AC Compressor all about?
What should I do if my AC compressor is faulty?
Check for power and ground at the compressor. If compressor is found to be faulty, remove all of the refrigerant. Remove the compressor, receiver drier, orifice tube, and/or expansion valve. Flush all foreign materials from the AC System. Install new compressor, receiver drier, and orifice tube. Evacuate and recharge the AC system.
How does a car air conditioner compressor work?
An AC system has many components: compressor, condenser, receiver dryer, evaporator, and hoses. The compressor, the “heart” of the car’s air conditioning system works like a pump taking refrigerant, (R-12 in older cars, R-134a in 1995 and newer cars) and pressurizing it, passing it along to the evaporator.
When do you need a new air conditioner compressor?
If the seals no longer hold, you will need a new compressor, as the seals cannot be replaced. A compressor may also fail if there is sludge or debris in the air conditioning system. If there is sludge or debris, the hoses, evaporator, and condenser should be flushed to get rid of the contaminants.