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Advice on AC issue

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Grifftibbs, Aug 2, 2024.

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  1. Grifftibbs

    Grifftibbs New Member

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    I recently got a used 2011 Prius. The AC wasn't getting cold enough, so I used a can of refrigerant to recharge the AC. The air is plenty cool now, but there is a kind of crystalized sloshing noise coming from the passenger side when I'm taking left hand turns.

    Should I ignore it? Address it myself? Bring it to a mechanic?
     
    #1 Grifftibbs, Aug 2, 2024
  2. Tombukt2

    Tombukt2 Senior Member

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    EVAP box isn't draining completely need to probably clean the coil the evaporator coil and pull a small rod through the drain hose to clear any obstructions might have to do it a few times
     
    #2 Tombukt2, Aug 2, 2024
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    Remove the cabin filter and carefully inspect for leafs or nesting materials. Toyota has a foam cleaning product that is injected at the bottom of the passenger side condensate drain hose.

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    #3 rjparker, Aug 2, 2024
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