BabiiGurl

I have a 93 Prelude S, and the a/c wont hold the freon. I've evac and recharged it. It'll blow cold air but it only lasts about 5 minutes. I think there's a leak but I'm not sure. I thought about having a shop do a leak test on it but they're wanting to charge about $300 to do it. Is there anything I can do on my own to figure out this problem without having to spend so much?

Qveon

You using one of those DIY recharge kits that have the pressure gauge? If so then go plug it in now and see if you have any pressure. if not, then all i can say is get a can of UV Dye and a can of r134a and fill the system and run it, use a UV light to look for a leak.

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G_Loc

^ +1

I've seen A/C leak test kits for sale at a few auto parts stores

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BabiiGurl

I'll try that. Thanks

ArmaanOG

dont mean to jack but i havea 92 prelude and idk if my ac system was upgraded or not... how can i check if it was or not

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Qveon

Look at the fittings, if its R12 the fitting will be like 1/4" bike tire shrader valve, if its R134a, it will be like 3/4" sleve quick connect connect

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ArmaanOG

do i have to upgrade to r134a? or can i use the old stuff and if so can i do it my self??? how much do shops charge?

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ArmaanOG

ook so i brought a bike pump with me to see if my ac is old and i try to put it on and its bigger than the bike pump so i guess i have r134a right? if so i can fill it up easy right?

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ArmaanOG

now my light on my climate control doesn work anymore waht is the problem?

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G_Loc

Climate control may have a loose connection: FAQ: 4Gen Climate Control Fix (flickering lights, non changing vents, sporadic a/c)

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ArmaanOG

awsome thanks
after i resolder everything the climatecontrol vents will work also right cuz sometimes they would and sometimes it wouldnt

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