The Bentley Dealer wanted $5,000 to Fix this Common Failure! We did it for $50 in Minutes... 

Well, knowing the history of the channel, the front end is definately not coming off.

"Please dont worry about how I know all this just use a hammer and screwdriver to hammer it back in" 🤣🤣

Sam, I haven't had AC in my daily driver VW for 6 years because the shop quoted me $1k to replace my compressor. After watching this video I bought the Control valve from rkx and installed it. It took longer than id like to admit but I finally have cold ac in my car again. Thanks Sam!

Seeing the title and knowing Sam, I thought, "The dealer wanted 5K to fix my air conditioner in my Bentega... but i... opened all my windows instead." 😅🤣

This valve fixed my new-to-me 2013 Audi A7's A/C also.

This is RU-vid at its finest. I don't know how we survived without it. It has saved me countless thousands on repairs. Thanks Sam!!

The good news is, if you had taken the front end off to replace the condenser you would now have to take it all off again to fix the coolant overheating issue. 1 time is better than 2 times.

how the fuck is a Bentayga having problems like this already lmao meanwhile my 25 year old car working with original AC

When you hook up your gauges, make sure to bleed the yellow hose by depressing the schrader valve until refrigerant flows out or you will introduce air into the system.

Wow.... cheers to that young man for saving the day with the valve issue. Once you solve the coolant issue, you're going to have a sweet daily !! Congratulations !!!

Quick tip from the Caribbean, when opening the valve on the can turn it upside down and slowly unscrew the yellow hose from the manifold until you see refrigerant spraying out, then screw it back tight, turn the can valve right side up and commence filling. That way you'll make sure refrigerant is adequately flowing from the can to the manifold and almost all air trapped in the yellow hose will be purged keeping your A/C free of non condensable fluids like moisture or water vapors. Say hi to Corey

I started seeing the valve problem on GM cars over 30 years ago. The valve reacts to (or is controlled by the ECM in your case) the pressure inside the compressor (the crankcase pressure) to bleed some pressure to increase the swash plate angle, which controls the stroke of those pistons. We called a compressor with this problem a "de-stroked" compressor. I'm glad you got that email to save you all of the hassle.

This fix has been known since 2007. I've done few myself on my old 2007 Jetta and VW Bug i used to have. They do go bad quite often and 9/10 times the compressor is fine. These valves are now more common than they used to be. I used to order them from Ali Express.

Best youtuber in this category . Tired of watching others repair cars with free parts. It’s like watching billionares buy brand new Bugattis. AND you’re not only buying BMW’s (unlike others). You’re the goat, Sam ! 🐐

to be honest, this is your best one yet. I mean, even having to take the front end off isn't a huge deal with the deal that you got and though it's frustrating, at least you didn't do the ac compressor that way, reassemble it, and five miles down the road need to do it all again.

I am an old mechanic with a two year associates degree in specialized automotive technology and learn so much on this channel. Thank you Mr. Crack !

Another W for Samcrac, nicely done. Good luck with the overheating issue.

dude, I was waiting for this, you need to publish more vids 🍻

I used to have anxiety every time I would drive my Cayenne GTS. something broke every month. Can’t imagine the Bentley.

Coolant temp shows severe overheating - Sam proceeds to just continue to drive and risk lifting a head. Jesus.. some people's children Lololol

Love the way you always stop and figure it out. True mechanics figure out what's wrong then fix it.

Sam, probably an overheat because now there's extra heat load into the cooling system from the A/C. I noticed when you were regassing, I couldn't hear electric fans running. Thought they'd be on whenever A/C is on.

This is the 'Right to repair' that we all need, this info is gold...Super Sam knocks it out of the park again.

About 90% of the variable compressors that ive seen fail are due to the RCV. The other 10% have been attributed to lack of oil flow from low refrigerant charge. The oil flows through the system with the refrigerant. Ive tried to offer selling a customer the valve. Every shop i have ever worked for has always chosen to replace the compressor, condensor, expansion device, and drier/accumulator. Most techs who do not have a high comprehension of a/c systems do the same. In their eyes it makes more money selling the whole set and you can offer a warranty. I have fixed some comepressors with $3 in parts and it ran perfect for another 70k miles before selling. Having some basic knowledge can help you save time and money.

Whoever is watching this video, I hope this day will be a great day.😇

👨‍⚕️Sam's doctor... "Sam, it seems like you have a high blood pressure"... We are gonna need to perform further exams, it's gonna be 1000$... ... Sam pulls out a vacuum tester and a $1 bottle of fuel cleaner out of his pocket... "Don't worry doc, i got it"...😅😂

2 Tips for you in this situation DYI. Tip #1- Always make sure that you purge the atmospheric air out of the line used to feed new refrigerant into the system. Tip #2 In this situation at home, buy a big can (of proper type) refrigerant with a gauge on it, purge line and hook up to low side after proper vacuum drawing. Hook up your manifold gauge high gauge side to high pressure side on the car. Look up the recommended PSI for low and high according to ambient temp. Concern yourself mostly with the high side pressure, add refrigerant until your at the max pressure on high side and your done. Obviously making sure the low pressure is in ballpark and AC in vehicle is set to max (lowest temp) and highest fan setting. Its just easier to pull the trigger on a big reusable refrigerant can and keep and eye on getting to your desired high side value number on your high side.

Over the yearsI have replaced these valves on several 80s and 90s Fords. They are the easiest and cheapest parts to source and were a common failure. I'm also surprised that you didn't have to clear any current codes that would prevent the compressor from turning on. You are very fortunate. Good video, and nice job.

Good thing I have an honest mechanic ;) Replaced my ac valve twice :)

Well damn at least you didn’t have that overheat happen after you reassembled the front end for a new ac compressor!

The mechanic you talked to saying “but you still need to take the front end off!!” Is so crazy 😂 what an amazing video sam

It's always fun to find a common failure that's garnered a wealth of knowledge on how to fix and or work around it. I had an issue with the EATC on my '03 Mercury grand marquis, the A/C was only blowing out the defrost or the floor. I replaced all the O-rings in the vacuum control matrix or whatever it's called. And was able to fix the problem with under $2 in O-rings, as opposed to $400-500 for a reman EATC unit

You need a front end delete kit 😂 good work on this one Sam! 👍

Haha, "never mind how I know all this." 😂😂

I enjoy the tool and accessory ads as they seem useful. Your work is stellar- you are what I call a "thinking mechanic"...from a fellow restorer.

Brilliant. Love the way you figure out the issues - shame about the coolant issue now

if sam likes this comment ill buy a bentley

Bentley owners are not watching this video.

I'm a retired HVAC guy. Did not know about the RCV or the new cans. I have repaired and charged a bunch of cars over the years as a favor to friends, but not in several years. Thanks for the heads up!

Awesome tip from the AC guy and what a great result!

Insurance adjuster for Bentleys - AC broken? = total it. Suspension bad = total it. Probably the same with Maserati, BMW, Mercedes and Land Rover as well.

I've replaced the rcv twice in my audi and bunch in friends vw's. Bought from the site mentioned. I don't know why they keep failing and would like a definitive answer. In any case I will keep replacing every couple years rather than replacing compressor. Leave a couple pounds in the system and it comes out easier.

I used to own my own shop before I retired and I hated those type of can taps, I always used a puncturing can tap and the one I still use has availability to use any size can, it's well worth having.

Just a little tip....when you first open the valve on the can be sure the gages are still closed and the vehicle side is still under vacuum what you should do is back the yellow charging hose at the gage off a little bit untill you get a little refrigerant and tighten the connection at the gages ...what this does is purges contaminated air that in in the hose that holds moisture. It's a small thing but it's beneficial

16:48 Lets forget that sticker, but ir got me haha

dude made a 5 minute video into a 18 minute video. Meanwhile Mat Amastrong would probably built a car a by now.

I love seeing you rescue these cars!

The channel gives us so much hope we can fix these expensive problems more cheaply. Right before a good kick in the nutz. Another problem develops and its back to being lawn art.

Darn fine video. I simply enjoy the way you tell your stories when fixing things. I'm always cheering that you'll solve the problem at the lowest cost possible even if it involves some weird method. I want you to beat the dealers who overcharge customers although I know that there must be honest dealers around. Maybe I should blame the automakers for making simple fixes so complicated. Eight hours to change an air compressor is ridiculous. I'm so glad I don't own a car. Solving one problem only to have another problem occur is not something I want to deal with. It's fine if it happens to you in order to have more content to show. Thank you, Sam. Keep the enjoyable and interesting content coming.

This guy’s ability to manufacture drama from literally nothing is nothing short of amazing. How is he not working in reality tv?

This is a very helpful video for anyone who is even slightly mechanically inclined that wants to save some money on their AC. However there’s still a good chance the front end is still coming off.

Great save, sorry about the over heating if it's not one thing it's another. thanks.

@14:03 It's really amazing what you'll notice... 🤣🤣 👍👍👍 Videography skill 10+

Just awesome........ collective knowledge for the win. Really shows when we combine all our knowledge how far we can get. Shame on VW however for not putting this forward as a repair option.

Fantastic! Smart as always, I’m down to do any project you want man don’t even need screen time, I just want to buy the cheapest 2018 S63 on autotempest and bring it back to fully running if needed

I would have tried the balloon test with the new valve as well...

...great programme ...so entertaining and useful

Ran into the exact same thing trying to put a can in my vehicle last summer, had to buy new hoses, damn EPA Really cool a company makes replacements for those valves AND a human answers the phone! Amazing nowadays! Good luck with the overheating, at least you didn't have to take the front end of the car apart twice.

Bumped to your page in Facebook and got hooked! Had to look for you in RU-vid immediately... 🙂

You explain everything so good that make me want to repair my cars even when don’t need repairs lol Like your videos

“Every inch counts” truer words have never been spoken

Always enjoy the uploads Sam!

Love your videos. Keep them coming.

Every inch counts… when you’re in a tight space… perform to completion. Lmfao @samcrac I’m dead. ☠️🤣🤣

With a good scanner you can check the rcv if it's pulling .81amps it's done. I've replaced a lot over the years in the vag cars.

thanks Sam for the video probably i have same problem on my Q7 hence i tried to look over all system but without success!

The local singles line had me ROLLING 😂 nice guide cheers Sam

Hey Sam, when recharging my AC gas, I use a clear hose from the can into the system where you can see the liquid moving into the system, I've been in that situation with a faulty valve or a can that didn't pierce properly and I'm there for hours checking the car only to find out that gas wasn't flowing

This why you're special Sam! Like that Blackwood too!

Again - it’s so cool that you admit your mistakes. Thanks for keeping it real, brother!

Nice fix. Keep it going 👍👍

Replaced solenoid valve on our Audi when it stopped cooling - it did the trick and blows ice cold. Satisfying to fix, frustrating it needs to...

In my experience, most of the time if there's an issue with car's air compressor, the issue is usually connected to the electrical component. I can usually just pick up a clutch/coil kit for it and slap it on for cheap. Tends to save a bunch of money

This happened on my mercedes. The compressor looks identical. Super easy fix. I learned to remove it faster with compressed air after evacuating the system. It was really jammed in there. Pulling a vacuum after you install it will also help get it seated.

I thought the ending was one of the best ever! Absolutely hilarious. One question since its a service notice is covered under the warranty?

RKX is great, bought their hybrid diverter valve for my 1.8t. Just as good if not better than Forge for waaaay less money

I ran into the same Freon can problem a couple of years ago. I didn't even know they had changed it. Now I have an adapter.

I had the same issue with the A/C cans last summer, took days to figure out what as wrong

You crank the valve down to pierce the can the crank it back out and refrigerant will flow.

Just found out the this valve issue on my 2008 VW Passat. Same small valve saved me almost $800 over a complete compressor replacement.

Right diagnosis , mister sam 👍

As for the overheat. Check the water pump activation valve. Passenger cam cover to the front, it is a vacuum solenoid. If coolant is found in it, replace the solenoid and water pump. While you are in there replace the thermostat, the front end needs to come off. The 2.9, 3.0 and 4.0 are known for that.

A while back my dad's friend's Rolls Royce kept over-heating. The RR dealer said it needed an engine rebuild. So the owner took it to a local garage for a second opinion. They found that the cooling system was plugged up and flushed it for a couple hundred bucks. End of story.

😂😂😂😂 effin Bentleys. Good catch on the A/C can and that was cool of Ryan too reach out. Hi to Corey 👋🏻 😁

I had the same issue refilling my Audi but was able to back off the needle valve and invert the can to fill. My 7 series Audi also tends to blow fusible links for the cooling fans. Annoyingly they are located under the strut tower brace which must be removed to access them. Common issue on those and no fun in stop and go traffic after you notice the second one has blown. Temporary fix to get home is use the start stop system so it doesnt over heat.

I did the same used ac line with new seals now work fine

Good job ryan!!!!!!! And thanks for the video sam

Seeing how these go together in the factory it's no wonder that they're so hard to maintain. The engine is fully assembled and everything is already attached before it's mated to the body.

Thank you for another video, I so WAIT for your you tube videos....

It’s a lot easier if you initially fill up the air-conditioning refrigerant when it’s in a vacuum with liquid through the high side.

My Audi A8 overheated RIGHT after i replaced the climate compressor and had it refilled too! LOL in my case it was the cooling fan not working anymore because a cable broke in the a pillar (no joke) took me a few hours to find that.

Amazing !thanks

Well done Ryan!!

Sam I owned a Bentley Arnage and I like you thought ok I need to replace the compressor so I had it done. Problem was once all done same problem. Turns out yes that valve was a solenoid and once that was replaced all was well no more issues. I wondered why I would hit a pot hole and the cold air started come out, light comes on in my head SOLENOID. Sure enough.

Love these money saving videos. Good job, Sam

I've fixed my VW and my audi with control valves! Saved me a bunch of money each time!

I have a 2015 Passat. That valve has been failing in mine for years. Anytime it flairs up I just toggle the compressor off and on for a bit and it will jiggle free.

Brilliant video Sam, yet again👍👍

I, too, have done the exact thing when recharging. Took me a bit to figure it out as well. 😅

Change the headlight bulbs on an early to mid 20-teens Renault Megane or Modus? - Remove the rear inner mudguard on both sides - Remove the front inner mudguard on both sides - Remove the lower front end - Remove the radiator cover - Remove the headlamp units - Change the bulb - Reverse actions to reassemble Time taken? Screw that. £50 a pop at the local garage (both bulbs together) because they were familiar with the process, but it still took an hour a bulb. Our Modus eventually blew the head and I wasn't too sorry, but I did miss the view out of the huge windscreen.