A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion Discussion forum for the B5 Audi A4 produced from 1995-2001 B5 FAQ

A/C is barely cooling. Definitely the compressor? Anyone know cost to replace incl. labor?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 08-03-2006, 06:20 AM
  #1  
AudiWorld Uber User
Thread Starter
 
RickM's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2000
Posts: 36,423
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default A/C is barely cooling. Definitely the compressor? Anyone know cost to replace incl. labor?

I want to get some idea of what I'm dealing with money-wise before taking it to the dealership.
Old 08-03-2006, 06:25 AM
  #2  
AudiWorld Super User
 
Sal R.'s Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2000
Posts: 10,887
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Can also be caused by low refrigerant.

If so, it could mean a leak.

Estimated anywhere from $120 for replacing refrigerant w/ dye test for leaks w/ servicing to $700 if your compressor needs to be replaced.
Old 08-03-2006, 06:28 AM
  #3  
AudiWorld Uber User
Thread Starter
 
RickM's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2000
Posts: 36,423
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Yeah, I was wondering if they still do a "recharge" on a/c units. Thanks.
Old 08-03-2006, 06:30 AM
  #4  
AudiWorld Expert
 
Mr. Mom's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2000
Posts: 29,510
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Rick, check out Dan S's site Audifans.com for local mechanic

He's near you....


should have a few for you...
Old 08-03-2006, 07:18 AM
  #5  
AudiWorld Super User
 
Sal R.'s Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2000
Posts: 10,887
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Techinically, shouldn't need a recharge. Recharge is necessary only if there is a leak.

seeing that the A/C system is closed system.
Old 08-03-2006, 07:34 AM
  #6  
AudiWorld Member
 
hanshy5's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 482
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Re: A/C is barely cooling. Definitely the compressor? Anyone know cost to replace incl. labor?

I bought a used compressor from a salvage yard for my 96q. try www.car-part.com. I think I paid $70 w/shipping (most yard will include in their price if you ask). It will then be ~2-3hr job depending on the mechanics familiarity with it. I think my recarge was $35.
Good luck!
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Tinfly
Audi 4000 / Coupe GT Discussion
4
07-25-2005 08:05 AM
PaulW
A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
15
09-29-2004 07:01 AM
JoelA-K
Audi 100 / A6 (C4 Platform)
0
04-04-2004 09:12 PM
Stu S.
A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
2
03-15-2004 11:36 AM



Quick Reply: A/C is barely cooling. Definitely the compressor? Anyone know cost to replace incl. labor?



All times are GMT -8. The time now is 09:26 AM.