1995 Saturn SC2 compressor

1995 SATURN SC2
99,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SYFAZ777
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i am about to change my air compressor on my saturn. i also know there is a leak somewhere but i dont know where. what other parts do you recommend changing. the condenser? should i replace the drier, too?

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Mar 18, 2009 at 11:49 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Yes, the dryer for sure.I would also replace the orifice tube.It will be in the high-side (small) line either at the condensor or the evaporator.There will be small crimps in the line where it is located
Mar 19, 2009 at 12:53 AM
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SYFAZ777
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where can i buy the orifice tube?
or do i buy a similar tube and cut to fit?

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Mar 19, 2009 at 1:19 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Auto parts store should have one listed if your car has one.NO cutting, it goes inside the hard line where there is a union.When you see the orifice tube you will understand
Mar 19, 2009 at 1:38 AM
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SYFAZ777
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one last question, sorry. how should i look for the leak? do you think the condenser should be changed?
Mar 19, 2009 at 3:18 PM
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TRUMAN861
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The auto part usualy carry freon with built in leak detector.
Some kits even come with a small uv pen allowing you to find the leak. Check all the a/c lines and components with the pen. Everything should be purple under the light. Yellow is where the leak is at.

John
Jul 16, 2010 at 1:35 AM
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