How Do You Recharge The AC On A 2001 Dodge Ram?

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IF YOUR RE-CHARGING WITH THE

R-134

CANS OF FREON THAT CONTAINS THE BLUE FILLER HOSE, YOU CAN ONLY FILL THROUGH THE LOW SIDE.

What kind of Freon does a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 take?

IF YOUR RE-CHARGING WITH THE

R-134

CANS OF FREON THAT CONTAINS THE BLUE FILLER HOSE, YOU CAN ONLY FILL THROUGH THE LOW SIDE.

How do you put Freon in a 2001?

  1. Open the hood and locate the air conditioning unit. …
  2. Locate the low side service fitting on the hose between the accumulator and the compressor. …
  3. Connect the recharge service hose to the can of R134 refrigerant. …
  4. Connect the free end of the service hose to the low side fitting.

How much freon does a 2001 Dodge Ram?

A 2001 dodge ram will take

32oz of 134A

for a full charge in empty system.

How do I manually recharge my AC?

  1. Materials Needed:
  2. Step 1: Turn on your AC. …
  3. Step 2: Determine if AC compressor is engaging. …
  4. Step 3: Test the pressure. …
  5. Step 4: Attach the recharge hose from the kit. …
  6. Step 5: Restart the vehicle and monitor the gauge. …
  7. Step 6: Thread the refrigerant can onto the recharge hose.

Why is my AC not blowing cold?

If your central AC is not blowing cold air, the refrigerant may be the problem. The unit could be running low and need additional refrigerant added. The most likely cause of this is

a leak

. A leak not only keeps the AC unit from cooling properly, but also it can cause other issues within the home.

How do I put Freon in my car?

You

must take your vehicle to a mechanic

. The compressor won’t engage! If your compressor will not engage, add half a can of freon. If it still will not turn, it is likely broken.

How much freon does a Dodge Ram hold?

The 2008 dodge ram 1500 takes

about 2 pounds

of freon.

How much freon does a 2003 Dodge Ram?

2003 Ram 1500 system charge is

1.63lbs R134a

. This equates to 1lb 10oz.

How do I add oil to my air conditioner?

The best way to ensure the long life of your AC compressor is to ensure that you add

adequate oil any time you add refrigerant to your system

. If you’ve discovered a need for more refrigerant in your vehicle, add BlueDevil Red Angel One Shot.

How do I know if my AC needs recharged?

  1. Your A/C is Blowing Warm Air. One of the most obvious symptoms of low Freon levels is if your air conditioner is blowing warm or room temperature air. …
  2. Listen For The A/C Clutch to Engage. …
  3. Visible Refrigerant Leaks. …
  4. Your A/C is Blowing Warm Air. …
  5. Listen For The A/C Clutch to Engage. …
  6. Visible Refrigerant Leaks.

How much does an AC recharge cost?

A professional AC recharge cost ranges from

$150 – $300 on average

depending on the make and model of your vehicle. Due to refrigerant losses that occur over time, this service is one that should be added to your vehicle maintenance schedule.

Can you recharge your home AC yourself?

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends not replacing Freon or refrigerant by yourself for both health and environmental reasons. Only

an EPA licensed technician is legally allowed to reclaim Freon

.

How do I fix my air conditioner not blowing cold air?

Try

cleaning your air conditioner’s filter and the coils

to see if improving the airflow fixes the problem. If there is ice buildup, you’ll need to run the unit with just the fan in order to melt it off. If that doesn’t get the unit blowing cold air again, it could be refrigerant levels are low (see below).

How do I reset my air conditioning unit?

  1. Power down your AC. Start at your circuit breaker panel and flip the breaker that powers your AC. …
  2. Find the button. Most air conditioning units are equipped with a reset button. …
  3. Hold down the reset button for 3 to 5 seconds and then release.
  4. Restore power to your AC.

Should I turn off AC if it’s not cooling?

If your ac is still not cooling there is one more thing you need to do. This is very important….

TURN IT OFF and call your HVAC service provider to assist you

. We always tell our customers to turn off an ac that is not cooling properly.

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