How long is Freon supposed to last in a car?

How long is Freon supposed to last in a car?

So, how long does an AC recharge last? Your air conditioning is not something that runs constantly, so unless you live in a very hot climate, you can usually expect a recharge to last at least three years.

What was the Pontiac Montana mini van problem?

I have used less energy in a weight session, it was so bad. We own a 2001 Pontiac Montana mini van. We took the van in to have a/c checked as it was only blowing out warm air. The dealership said it was a condenser problem and would cost about $800 to fix. My parents also have the same year montana and their condenser also went in their van.

When did we replace the condenser on the Pontiac Montana?

In 2003 we replaced the condenser and the compressor @ $2000.00. This past Friday July 28,06 we brought it in again to the dealer for what was diagnosed as a cracked condensor, again! Cost to fix $1100.00. We didn’t have it done. It was not a pretty seen at the dealership. They told us we needed to talk to GM about the problem.

What to do if your Pontiac Montana has no heat?

Get a manual and dig into the dash to loosen up the linkage or check the vacuum that runs it. On my sons 99 montana, no heat control. a/c, air flow, etc. works great but no heat… any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. daughter in-law and 4 grand kids are gonna freeze to death this winter.

Is there a heater on my 99 Montana?

On my sons 99 montana, no heat control. a/c, air flow, etc. works great but no heat… any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. daughter in-law and 4 grand kids are gonna freeze to death this winter. Our 2003 Pontiac Montana will only blow warm air from the heater when the vehicle is moving. Vehicle blows only cold air when stopped.

How much did it cost to repair a 2004 Pontiac Montana?

Even though the cost was $700 for the repair it was worth every penny as the van has ran and held up great over the years. I couldn’t have been more happy with the van.

Can you add Freon to a 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix?

The A/C system in your Grand Prix consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon. If there is a problem with your compressor or evaporator, adding freon will not restore cooling. How to add freon to your 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix: hook up the can of refrigerant (likely r-134a) to the low pressure port.

How many years has the Pontiac Montana been on the road?

I have owned my 2003 Montana for about 8 or 9 years now. I will cry when it finally dies. It has been a workhorse of a vehicle. It’s comfortable to drive, and can haul more cargo than you can imagine. I’m hoping to hit 300,000 miles on it.

What kind of refrigerant does a Grand Prix use?

Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your Grand Prix consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon. If there is a problem with your compressor or evaporator, adding freon will not restore cooling.

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