Hello,
I have a 2013 Passat TDI. A/C system was working on and off/delayed last summer. It’s not working now anymore. I checked the AC refrigerant pressures and there are no leaks. Solenoid valve connector also has voltage so I suspect the issue is with the solenoid valve.
My question is if I can ask someone that I know to remove all refrigerant r134a and then drive the car back to my house so that I can remove and replace the solenoid valve? I would then recharge the system myself. Can I run the engine and have an empty AC refrigerant system? The reason I am asking is because it’s my understanding that the compressor is always rotating on these newer vw vehicles. Unlike my other car Acadia which the compressor has a Clutch.
Thx for your input.
I have a 2013 Passat TDI. A/C system was working on and off/delayed last summer. It’s not working now anymore. I checked the AC refrigerant pressures and there are no leaks. Solenoid valve connector also has voltage so I suspect the issue is with the solenoid valve.
My question is if I can ask someone that I know to remove all refrigerant r134a and then drive the car back to my house so that I can remove and replace the solenoid valve? I would then recharge the system myself. Can I run the engine and have an empty AC refrigerant system? The reason I am asking is because it’s my understanding that the compressor is always rotating on these newer vw vehicles. Unlike my other car Acadia which the compressor has a Clutch.
Thx for your input.