1995 Saturn SC2 compressor

SYFAZ777

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1995 SATURN SC2
4 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
99,000 MILES

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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Thursday, March 19th, 2009 AT 6:49 AM

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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

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Thursday, March 19th, 2009 AT 7:53 AM

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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Thursday, March 19th, 2009 AT 8:19 AM

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

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Thursday, March 19th, 2009 AT 8:38 AM

SYFAZ777

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One last question, sorry. How should I look for the leak? Do you think the condenser should be changed?

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Thursday, March 19th, 2009 AT 10:18 PM

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