i want to take off one of the air con pipes as one of the connectors are corroded, it connects to a black swirl pot type thing behind to the passenger side head lamps, basically i want to take this off for a short time but was wondering if im going to get sprayed by some sort and liquid that may damage me, or may damage my car, lol, am i ok to take these pipes off for a short period of time?

 

anyone?

 

the aircon system is pressurised so do not undo anything without getting it degassed by an aircon specialist,or you will have it spraying all over the place, plus you will upset the greenies by destroying the ozone layer the pot you refer to is the receiver drier by the way, it helps to remove any moisture in the system

 

thanx for that buddy, i was just about to undue the bolts,

 

i thought you can discharge the system by the tire type valve which is connected to one of the pipes connected to the black cylinder thing you talking about BUT i maybe wrong mate not 100%

 

The radman is right

You must get it de gasssed by a pro, as said it will damage the envoirment and you could end up with a very large fine if found out!!

I run a air con regas service so i come across this problem all the time.
If the gas was to escape dont get in its way it will burn you. The gas is not toxic but again not a good idea to stand near by. It also contains a refridgerant oil which may contain UV dye this will not hurt the paintwork or anything else just make a mess.

I could helpout but i would need to meet you half way or you have will have a large callout bill.

The average price for a re gas service is around the £69 mark depending on the area

Hope this helps

Cheers
Paulcr

 

is it a r12 system? if so, then the mineral oil will not damage the paintwork.

if it's r134a or a retrofit containing PAG oil, that will damage the paintwork