2007 Lexus IS 250 AC Low but no leak?

2007 LEXUS IS 250
70,000 MILES
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AIRTAS
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So I took my car to the dealer because the AC was not blowing cold air, they said the freon was low but did not see any leaks. They ran through a full diagnostic, etc.

Is this even possible? They recommended a recharge, won't I be in the same situation eventually?
Jun 30, 2013 at 3:24 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The car is a 2007 and chances are this is the first recharge. Six years from now you may end up having to recharge it again. However, if there are no leaks, it will take a long time.
Jun 30, 2013 at 9:11 PM
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AIRTAS
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thank you!

How did the freon get low if there were no leaks?
Jul 1, 2013 at 12:28 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Over the years, some will be lost, but it isn't a leak that you should be concerned about. If you are worried, when you have it recharged, ask them to check for leaks. They have a special tool that will detect freon leaks.

I hope this helps.
Jul 2, 2013 at 8:09 PM