How to Recharge Your Car AC | DIY R134a & R1234YF Regas + AC Stop Leak Fix (Blowing Hot Air?)
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Where to find more information on the kit I used - https://amzn.eu/d/0926wytH Is your car AC blowing hot air instead of cold? In this video, I show you how to recharge your car air conditioning using a DIY R134a or R1234YF refrigerant refill kit, including an AC stop leak to help restore cooling performance.
Whether you're looking to regas your car AC, top up low refrigerant, or improve weak air conditioning, this step-by-step guide walks you through the process from start to finish. I'll also show you how to identify whether your vehicle uses R134a or R1234YF refrigerant before recharging the system.
In The Video
How to recharge your car AC
How to regas your car air conditioning at home
How to identify whether your car uses R134a or R1234YF
How to top up low refrigerant
Using an AC stop leak safely
Why your car AC is blowing warm or hot air
DIY car air conditioning repair tips
Restoring cold air from your car vents
Kit Used
The kit I used on my Vauxhall/Opel Insignia included:
168g refrigerant refill (equivalent to approximately 453g of R134a)
112g leak sealer (equivalent to approximately 300g of R134a)
Professional R134a hose and pressure gauge
Instruction sheet
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Disclaimer
This video is not sponsored. I purchased all of the products shown with my own money at full retail price. I am not a qualified mechanic—this video is based on my own experience using a DIY recharge kit. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions, wear appropriate safety equipment, and seek professional advice if you are unsure or if your vehicle has a fault beyond a simple refrigerant top-up.
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