What happens if the condenser is bad?
A blocked condenser can cause a process called short-cycling, when your system cycles on and off rapidly, not allowing for the proper function of your AC system. This will eventually cause more wear and tear than your system should have to withstand, which means you can find yourself facing a premature breakdown.
What to do if your Honda Accord air conditioner is not working?
Turn on the electric fan and AC with the engine running to check if any of the AC controls are loose or resistant. If the fan does not turn on, a fuse may have blown or the fan itself could be faulty. If the controls are damaged, have a mechanic replace them for you. Inspect the AC compressor for any oily residue or leaks.
How much does it cost to replace a condenser on a Honda Accord?
Know what price you should pay to get your vehicle fixed. The average cost for a Honda Accord AC condenser replacement is between $318 and $451. Labor costs are estimated between $142 and $180 while parts are priced between $176 and $271. Estimate does not include taxes and fees.
What should the AC pressure be on a Honda Accord?
Attach the AC pressure test gauge with the engine off. Remove the black caps from the high and low service ports. Screw the blue hose to the low-side service port and the red hose to the high-side port. A normal reading should be between 50 and 80 PSI.
Where is the fuse box on a 2001 Honda Accord?
Before taking your Honda Accord in for a service, there are a few basic troubleshooting steps you can run through on your own. Check the fuse box for any blown or damaged fuses. The fuse box for the 2001 Honda Accord is directly under the steering column.
Turn on the electric fan and AC with the engine running to check if any of the AC controls are loose or resistant. If the fan does not turn on, a fuse may have blown or the fan itself could be faulty. If the controls are damaged, have a mechanic replace them for you. Inspect the AC compressor for any oily residue or leaks.
Know what price you should pay to get your vehicle fixed. The average cost for a Honda Accord AC condenser replacement is between $318 and $451. Labor costs are estimated between $142 and $180 while parts are priced between $176 and $271. Estimate does not include taxes and fees.
Attach the AC pressure test gauge with the engine off. Remove the black caps from the high and low service ports. Screw the blue hose to the low-side service port and the red hose to the high-side port. A normal reading should be between 50 and 80 PSI.
Where are the AC heater hoses on a Honda Accord?
Start the engine and check the two AC/heater hoses protruding from the left side of the firewall (facing the vehicle) under the hood. The hoses are aluminum and are roughly the thickness of a regular garden hose. The firewall is the thin metal partition between the passenger and engine compartments.