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01-03 Prius A/C recharge

Discussion in 'Generation 1 Prius Discussion' started by nukehome, Aug 7, 2010.

  1. nukehome

    nukehome New Member

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    First time I've tried to recharge the A/C on a car before. I'm going to try after I get a few answers from you guys.

    Nothing I have shows where to connect the recharge kit (from Walmart) to the low pressure side of the A/C system. I did find one tube with a cap with an H (assuming that is the high pressure side) and one side with a cap with an L (assuming that is the low pressure side..) But I'm not sure these are for the A/C system.

    Can someone email me a photo or scan of the diagram of the engine compartment showing where the A/C spot is to connect the A/C recharge kit to?

    Thanks in advance. lnewcomb @ gmail. com

    Sincerely,
    Larry Newcomb
    Jacksonville, FL
     
    #1 nukehome, Aug 7, 2010
  2. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    L is for the low-pressure side of the AC system, so you've found the correct port. Another way to confirm that is to run the AC compressor. The L side should get cold and usually you can see water condensation form on the line, while the H side should get hot.
     
    #2 Patrick Wong, Aug 8, 2010
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