2012 Forester AC Replacement & Service - A Comprehensive Guide

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The air compressor in my 2012 Forester failed about 2 years ago and while I dont use AC very much I really did want to get it back up and running so in this video I walk you through how to replace the compressor, condenser, and expansion valve, flush the system, and evacuate & refill in order to properly resolve a failed AC system.
AC Flush Bottle:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
AC Flush Solvent:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Parts & Tools Needed
01:32 - Initial Dissassembly
06:00 - A Note Before Getting Started
08:35 - Removing The Compressor
12:44 - Removing The Condensor "Easier"
22:22 - Removing Expansion Valve & Lines
25:20 - Flushing The System
33:22 - Installing New Expansion Valve
36:46 - Installing New Condensor
40:45 - Aftermarket Compressor Fitment Issues
43:22 - Reinstalling The Compressor
48:05 - Additional Reassembly
49:23 - Drawing Vacuum and Fixing Leaks
56:27 - Recharging The System
01:01:14 - Post Charge Information
01:04:41 - Is DIY Worth It?
01:07:29 - Outro

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4 авг 2024

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@adamtaotao Год назад

Extremely thorough. I've picked up bits and pieces of this from other videos. Thanks for showing the whole process.

@TwoFourSevenDIY Год назад

Glad you liked it! I was actually nervous the 1hr+ video length might turn people away from watching

@magsteel9891 2 месяца назад

This was helpful. I'm doing the evaporator and expansion valve today. Had a leak I couldn't find and hoped it was there. After removing the old one I see dye on it so I think I've found my leak. I'd like to change the receiver/drier too but I'm going to skip it if I cant do it without creating another big job

@damian-oq7hl 2 месяца назад

Great video, extremely informative and I appreciate the level of detail you provide. I have a 2010 Subaru Forester and the AC only cools 10 degrees from ambient T. The low side runs 40 psi (normal 35-45) but the high side runs 210 psi (normal 145-170). There must be a restriction (condenser or TXV) somewhere. Your video has given me the confidence to correct this problem. Thank you.

@TwoFourSevenDIY 2 месяца назад

Very glad that the video will be helping you get your project done!

@jjsoundguy 5 месяцев назад

Perfect. Your video took a long time to produce and I appreciate that effort. Thank you. I have the exact same model Forester. My factory compressor seized also. Since my Forester is an extra car and I have time to spare, I will remove the radiator, headlights and grill for convenience. I will clear up my headlights at that time too. Nice shop. I am jealous of your car lift. I must say I am disappointed about the compressor bracket mounting hole and electrical connections being a compromise. I noticed the first can of refrigerant was filling upside down and the second can was upright. Was that by design or just convenient? I wonder if putting maximum fluid flow directly into the compressor might hydrolock and damage it? I ask because I don't know. Respect, John

@TwoFourSevenDIY 4 месяца назад

When filling, the can should be upside down. Things happened quickly while trying to fill and film at the same time so mostly just got shots of me placing it on the scale periodically to measure the weight. No, hydrolock should not be a concern, it's a gas anyway.

@bmc5180 8 месяцев назад

Really great video!! Thank you for taking the time to put this together. What brand is that after market compressor? I've been wrestling with whether to go with a OEM or after market unit when my compressor eventually goes out in my 2012 Outback. It occasionally squeals as if it's low on oil, but I'm guessing the damage is done and it's only a matter of time before I gotta replace it. I've been looking at a UAC branded unit that looks promising based on my research, but I wanted to see what you went with.

@TwoFourSevenDIY 8 месяцев назад

Thanks! I went with the GPD compressor component kit w/ condensor option through Rockauto

@me_nerves9433 Месяц назад

Thank you for this video, it is going to help me tremendously. I am hoping you can help me a little. I am doing the same repair with the exception that I am also replacing the evaporator. Similar to yourself, I purchased a prefilled compressor from rock auto (UAC), but I just can't figure out if the amount of oil in the compressor is enough for the entire system, or if have to add more to the evaporator and the condensor. I have looked everywhere to try and find the total oil amount required vs. the amount of oil in the compressor, but I just cannot figure it out.

@TwoFourSevenDIY Месяц назад

I'll have to look at mine, but there should be a sticker either under the hood or on the upper radiator support that lists the system capacity. Off the top of my head I think 4oz is the amount but don't quote me. Most of the time the prefilled compressors have enough oil for the whole system. Even though I did not replace my evaporator, I did flush it so essentially my system was completely empty and the prefilled compressor I used has worked flawlessly without issues with the prefilled amount it came with.

@me_nerves9433 Месяц назад

@@TwoFourSevenDIY I am reading the sheet that came delivered with the compressor today and if I am reading it correctly they are suggesting for me to empty the new pre-filled compressor of its oil, pour half back in the compressor, and split the other half between the evaporator and condenser. So while I cannot find the actual capacity number anywhere, this does seem to indicate that the pre-filled oil is enough for the whole system, which makes sense as yours is working well. Thanks for the reply by they way, I really appreciate it.

@magsteel9891 2 месяца назад

Next time consider lubricating the o-rings with refrigerant oil, and use penetrating lube on the rusted fasteners

@TwoFourSevenDIY 2 месяца назад

All the O rings were lubed during install. Personally, I've never found penetrating oil to make any difference on corroded bolts and nuts.