F55/F56 AC Compressor Replacement
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AC Compressor Replacement
Hello Everyone,
My AC compressor seized at 262,000 miles- probably time to give up the car. However I wanted to ask if it was possible to DIY install a new compressor and then have a shop recharge
the system. Are there any serious risks opening the system without having it evacuated first? Mechanical, environmental? I suppose I could get a shop to empty it and refill after completion. Are new compressors filled with oil or is this done during installation?
My AC compressor seized at 262,000 miles- probably time to give up the car. However I wanted to ask if it was possible to DIY install a new compressor and then have a shop recharge
the system. Are there any serious risks opening the system without having it evacuated first? Mechanical, environmental? I suppose I could get a shop to empty it and refill after completion. Are new compressors filled with oil or is this done during installation?
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