2014 Silverado AC Condenser (How to replace)
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- Опубликовано: 19 мар 2018
- This video shows you how to replace your AC condenser on a 2014-2018 Silverado and how to vacuum and charge your system so you can have a leak free and cold AC again!
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Fixed exact same condenser leak with quick setting epoxy, sandpaper, and carb cleaner. Took 15 minutes and didn't have to remove a thing (all work done reaching through front grill.) 1.Clean area with carb cleaner. 2. Sand metal around leak 3. Clean again. 4. Apply epoxy with something like a toothpick (don't use plastic, epoxy may melt it.) 5. Let cure (see epoxy directions) mine was a 90 second super fast curing. 6. recharge freon. Did mine almost 1 year ago and still working great.
Not the hero we deserved, but the hero we needed.
What was the epoxy you used?
@@billylongley9580 to cover the leak
Great info, I will try this! What type of epoxy did you use ?
I replaced mine about a year ago and have another pin hole about to try and solder wish I would had come here first wish me luck first time
I know this is a 3 year old video but man I got to really thank you for this. My AC condenser in my 2014 chevy silverado 1500 has the exact same link (that I found this morning) and I was quoted $1400 to fix it but being a weekend Mechanic myself I know I can do this after watching your video. You're awesome bro and I highly appreciate you for this. You saved me at least $1,200...if not more. Keep Rockin' 🤙🏽
Thanks for the video. I was able to do this in about 2 hours first try. I could have used a 10mm gear wrench but couldn't find mine. The top part of the condenser is actually a transmission cooler I believe. Another thing is that you really should replace the two seals that connect the lines down below, they are around 28 bucks at the stealership. My stealer quoted me $1400 to change the condenser, 6 hours of labor. They were already changing the leaking radiator under GM warranty and I'm sure they were trying to double charge me and GM for the same labor. I told them to get fucked. I emailed them that I did it in two hours and for less than 200 in parts, accused them of double charging labor, and told them they will never see me again. Kendall Auto Mall lost my business.
I have the same problem with my 2014 Silverado!
I can’t afford to drop $1,400 for my dealership to fix this problem, so I will have to give it a try myself. Thank you for this video! I will be watching it multiple times to make sure I get it right while doing it myself.
Dustin T All setup, vacuum and charged. A GM tech friend said its about 1100 job parts and labor. He also said they usually don't remove the bar across the top. They usually just remove the air intake duct, remove the two radiator bolts at the top and push everything back twords the engine. Remove 10mm Bolt bottom left corner, disconnect ac lines lower left and the one top right, bend back tabs holding condenser against radiator and slide up. I wanted more room and to make sure everything lined up easier so I did it your way! 😊 Removing the top bar was a pain in the ass, the (6) 10mm bolts on the underside 3 on each side was the hardest part of the job. Haha! Thanks for the tutorial!
Dealer just quoted me 1000 for the condenser plus 8% tax and another 700 to install
@@jdmozee12 The condenser is $200, hopefully you didnt spend a $1000 on it. Google my friend.
@@garretttuttle9135 no I just paid a shop to replace the condenser and refill for 500 so I'm happy
I had this exact issue on my 2015 GMC. Your video pinpointed the leak on the drivers side of the condenser and this video help greatly with replacing the coil, evacuating the system and recharging. Thank you very much. Keep it up!
Glad I could help you out buddy!
Thank you for your awesome, and very informative videos!! After my husbands 2015 Chevy Silverado AC quit working, I found your thread and we successfully replaced his AC condenser with the help of your videos!!
I fixed my condenser all by myself and my AC is now working again. Thank you so much for your video!!
Found mine leaking as well. Ordering the part today and hopefully it’ll come in by Monday for install. Strong work on the video!
Watched your video a couple of times and got the new condenser slammed in today into my 2014! Great stuff, Dustin!!
Appreciate the instructions. Just used them and got it done. Not an easy task but the video had all the steps. I can't believe this isn't a recall.
I appreciate the quality of instruction on your video, as well as your enthusiasm. Hard to get on youtube. Keep up the good work!
Certainly buddy! Glad I could help, and appreciate the comment!
You can replace these without removing the middle bar. Just remove the air box and related components going to the throttle body. Take out the two bolts that hold the radiator and condenser in place and the radiator and condenser will tilt backwards. Plenty of room to pull the condenser out and saves a lot of time
Mine just started leaking from the weld. Priced it they want 1200 to fix it. I told myself I'm pretty sure i can fix it myself. Came across ur video. Man u saved me a ton.
Glad I could help! Not a bad job at all
Thanks for the excellent video! My 2015 LTZ 6.2L was leaking in the EXACT same spot as yours. I went in wholly expecting it to be the line between the compressor and the condenser (seems to be a common point of failure). Condenser will be here in a week and ready to install! At least it failed during the winter!
Thanks for the video! Followed instructions and saved me $1,400! I had exact same bad weld on my 2014 Silverado 1500 condenser. 10mm ratchet wrench helped a lot to remove the screws under metal bar. Btw, I almost removed the condenser line snap install pins (or whatever that circle tie is called) when installing the new condenser. Fortunate I found you only remove for uninstalling. Close call.
Driver side 10mm bolt came a little easier when I bent the washer res hard over... pulling the cross bar out sucked and make sure you have all the parts to the vacuum when you rent it, especially the hi/low attachments or your up craps creek. Great video man, keep it up
Great video bud, my condenser is bad also. Doing the job this weekend, thanks to your video it'll be a lot easier.. thanx.
Just wanted to say thanks for this video and the one where you showed that your condenser was leaking. Mine started leaking in the same spot so here I am replacing the condenser myself.
Extremely happy to help buddy! Were you able to get it replaced?
Dustin T I was! Didn’t take long at all. Video really helped.
Just replaced the condenser on my truck thanks to the help of your video.
Thank you for so much this video. Dealer gave me a $1300 quote, I got it done in a little over 3 hours for under $200
Thanks for the video. Was pretty easy after following the video. Those 3 under side bolts blow and took some time and patience. Saved me a lot of money. Thanks.
Glad I could save you some money! Yes, those 3 bolts are by far the toughest part
Did this today with hand tools. Took about 1.5 hours to remove airbox, front crossmember, disconnect the lines going into the old condenser and get the new one set in and lines connected. I went ahead and set the vacuum pump up to run for an hour while I put the crossmember and airbox back in. At the hour mark I turned the pump off for 15 min or so to see if the manifold guages would read any vacuum loss. Then did the recharging process and buttoned everything else back up. Had about 4 hours into the whole thing including looking around awhile for my 10mm ratchet wrench. This tool will save you some time on the driverside crossmember next to the windshield washer reservoir but unfortunately I could not find mine. I must have flipped the box end of that wrench 400 times getting that bolt out and back in 😂😂😂😂
You may get lucky and the crossmember bolts will be hand tight all the way out once you break them free but don't count on it.
My truck is a '16 and was leaking in the same spot on the condenser as the truck in this video. It's crazy to think of such a widespread issue that GM won't own up to. After doing tons of research on 14-15 trucks before buying mine, I would not have seen anyone having this issue yet... Seems to occur between 40-80k miles.
Anyways, appreciate the video bud. It's always nice to see what you're getting yourself into before taking on a job.
Awesome video man, I got a 1,300.00 quote from the dealership. F that noise! Thanks to your video it only cost me $200 bucks.
Glad to help any way I can! Just send the additional in a check to me! Haha just kidding buddy! I enjoy tinkering and thought it would be a good opportunity to help out others
I also have a 14 Silverado. My ac went out a few days ago. After looking for possible problems on RUclips I came across several videos with a leak in the condenser in the same exact weld on the drivers side. Ordered my condenser today. Will update on Wednesday once I start and finish this project. I have 85k miles on my truck.
Hope all is well buddy!
Just found a leak on my 2015. Same exact issue as you. Great video looks like i get to tear into it
Thanks Dustin for the video, definitely subscribed but not looking forward to replacing my condenser this weekend but all this info helped me a lot thanks!
I have a 2014 LT, sure enough mine is leaking in the same spot.. thank you for the info! I have been scratching my head for the past few days trying to figure my A/C problem out
Just found my leak with the UV light and dye you recommended. I'll come back to this in a few days for the replacement!
Thank you for this video!
My condenser was leaking in the same spot as yours. Dealership wanted $1400 to repair it. I got an aftermarket part for $160 (lifetime
warranty) and went to work. It was not
easy for me, but I swapped the condenser in six hours and saved a ton of
money. Your video gave me the confidence
to attempt the repair on my own. You are
awesome.
Extremely glad I could help you out buddy. And help keep the pocketbook nice and fat! 👍
I have a 2015 Silverado, Like your videos. Good job keep them coming. Thanks!!!
Great video , will be working on my 2014 silverado tomorrow, thank you for the videos appreciate the help ,
Thanks man! I’m literally replacing mine on my 2014 Silverado today. GM needs to do a recall!
That’s awesome, let me know how it goes for you! I agree, it was a terrible design!
Dustin T, I just finished it up. It wasn’t too bad to replace. The hardest part was getting that left AC line off the condenser. Also, just a heads up, some of the 2014 and early 2015 are having a leak in a line because of a bracket not being installed (late 2015 and up have it). It’s a 10$ bracket that might be some preventive maintenance. Here is a link which has the part number and page 2 has pictures of it.
www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/176517-ac-line-bracket/
Very good info, thanks for the heads up buddy!
I have a 2014 Silverado same issue if you do it yourself and they do issue a recall what happens if you do it yourself? Do you get compensation?
Mike Gomez honestly I’m not sure... I can however tell you I owned an 07 civic once upon a time that had a design flaw where the front end couldn’t be aligned correctly. It was quite a problem, and I had a local mechanic replace it with a part that fixed the issue. Several years later I got a paper where there was a suit against Honda and I got a check reimbursing me not only for the cost of the part, labor, but for the tires that it wore out too quickly. So who knows, could happen one day with this!
Great video! Was a big help. Only cost me $150 and done ✅ thanks 🙏
Thank you. Very helpful to watch and learn before I tear into mine. Definitely a useful video.
Thanks Dee for all of your help it saved me $1000.00
Glad I saw this one. I’m on my second condenser and it’s leaking in the same spot as the first one. If I can’t get the shop to warranty it then I’ll do it myself. I’ve got to tear down the front end anyway to install the Morimoto XB headlights I ordered.
Dustin, just replaced my AC Compressor on my 2014 after watching your video. Much appreciated. Those 10mm bolts under that brace were a PITA. Hopefully this fixes everything. Also, that washer fluid tank on the driver’s side was a total pain. Thanks for the video. Very much appreciated. Like others have said, I plan on replacing my ball joints and bushings in the near future. Not sure if you have done those or not yet.
Glad I could help buddy!! Yeah those 10mm are definitely the worst part of the job
Used you video, replaced mine yesterday. Took me a long time but hey I saved $1400.
Glad you could get it done buddy! $1,400 extra can go a long ways!
Thank you for showing the process. very helpful!
You can also remove the intake up until the throttle body and lean the radiator back toward the engine and not worry about removing the upper cross brace
Thanks Weekend Warrior. I myself am the same but it’s nice to have a place to go to, to see how to do. Thanks again
Thanks for the video man, it helped a lot!
Oh wow, thanks for the awesome useful video. Found a bunch of condensers on Amazon too. Looking forward to doing this project with my 10 y.o. son. Dealership wanted to charge me $800 to do it. lol nope
Remove air intake tube. Unbolt radiator at the top (two bolts). Lean radiator back towards engine and the condenser pulls right out the top. No need to remove anything else
thanks for the help.. great video. you should ad to the description chevrolet suburban gmc yukon etc because they are all the same procedure. thank you
Thank so much I found my leak. You save my truck 😍. And I have a question. How many pounds freon you recharge. Thank you again.
Invest in a cordless 3/8 drive ratchet lol !(Milwaukee makes a great 12 volt)! Great tutorial though - going to put your troubles to my ease this weekend! 👍
Very helpful video, thanks a lot Dustin!!!💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Thank you so much I have the same problem same leak and everything
Luis Zamudio you bet buddy! I’ve got a step by step video on how to replace it if you need help
I’m replacing mine on my 2014 Silverado today as well ! Mine leaked from the same spot as yours .
Marcos Mendoza awesome man, I’ve got a video on how to replace it if you need any help!
You have a great video I just did mine took 4 hours. You did leave out some key pieces that left me hanging. Pulling the ac lines out of the back bottom and there was a bolt holding that clip that holds both of those lines. I did it without taking out the airbox bottom. Thank you for the video saved me $1,100
23:52 might mention why you draw the vacuum. So that it removes any moisture from the system after opening it up. And after shutting off vacume pump. Watch gauges for 15-20 minutes to make sure you don’t have any leaks in the system before putting in Freon
Great video... But how do you put those spring locks back on the ac lines? There are 2 springs per line...can't get the driver side one to snap and hold
Heard a lot about also replacing the drier whenever the ac leaks
muy buen video gracias
A recall on this part sure would be nice. I'm paying $550 to have this part replaced tomorrow on my 2014 GMC Sierra.
Agreed. Sorry to hear that buddy....
Just got a $961 estimate on this same job, as of 6/16/20 the condensor is on national backorder through the local dealership that refuses to deal with other area dealers for parts. The mechanical manual has this job estimated at 5.5 hours.
Thanks for the video. Did the new one last? Only thing I would do differently would be add some refrigerant after vacuum you run the risk of hurt your compressor starting empty.
Great video man!
Thanks for the video. I was able to save 800 dollars in repairs amd do it myself. Man those 6 bolts was the worst part
Couldn't agree more! Those probably took me the longest haha, the rest of it was fun for me!
Damn. I should have looked this up sooner. I just made an appt to drop my truck off tomorrow. It's a 15 sierra with 160k. Other than this A/C issue I've had zero problems and I beat the crap out of this thing. I'm tempted to cancel and do this myself as I have always performed all work and maintenance myself. Here is where I'm stuck. When I discovered I had an a/c issue 4 months ago at the beginning of summer, I used a leak stop, then quickly used the a/c pro you used as recommended. Well, a couple days later I was without cold air again. I tried filling, but this time it wouldn't take. I'm thinking this crap clogged the low pressure side/valve. I want to do this myself and save the money, but I also don't want to attempt it, only to be at the same place and have to take it to them for them to figure out if there is a blockage. Ahhhh! I was also slated to get a new 19 Denali as my loaner. Dealer knows it's time for a new truck for me so he's trying to sell! I agreed to get the truck as a loaner but I swore to myself to take this truck over 300k too. Decisions... Just thinking there will be more wrong and I drive and need my truck a lot!
Well... Got it done. They charged 1200.00 :( That included a broken parking brake pedal/latch.
Great Video. Just replaced my condenser this past weekend but Im having trouble filling the system back up. how much freon does it take exactly? Hope to hear back . Thank you
Quick question I have a 2015 yukon same problem but my question is did you use the same o-rings?
I would never have thought of much less completed this job without this video. I just wonder how many guys didn't put that bastard bolt back in behind the washer fluid tank ???
Haha I thought the same thing! Screw that bolt lol
Using this vid to replace mine. Gave my sikver condenser a coat of black rattle can so it looks factory. I was told to use straight refrigerant without stop leak stuff in it for a new charge.
Hey did you reused your lower line seals ? Great video thanks !
Thank you Dustin 👍🏼 I replaced my AC condenser in 45 minutes your info really helped me 🙏 ?!”
Thanks Dustin!
good job buddy
Thank you!
Good job. But didnt explain the clips you mentioned when pulling it out. But I do like the video. Pretty informative.
On the driver side it’s the transmission oil cooler side did you need to add transmission oil since oil was lost because of the oil that was in the bad condenser?
Thanks for the video man. I have a 2014 Sierra with 55k miles. The front weld on the condenser popped dumping the whole system. I cannot believe there isn't a recall on this. I love GM but am not happy with the AC system on my truck. I will be saving money and doing this myself. Thanks for the video.
Glad this video could help you! And 100% agree, it’s amazing how many of these trucks have this issue. Mines still working great after replacement and hasn’t given me any issues
I like your channel
Hey buddy, I'm looking into replacing it myself and I know you have a link in the description for the condenser but I've seen yours and it looks way better than OEM can you tell me which one exactly did you purchase? So I can purchase the same one, thanks for your video man!
Me too. I’d love to know where you found it. I’ve got the same problem
Thanks man. My truck is leaking exactly where you said, on the condenser. now I have to get me a condenser ? I forgot where you said you got yours, e-bay I think? Anyway, illet one and go at it. Once again< thanks, this was very helpful
Glad I could help buddy! Yep, I got mine on Ebay, but I put a link in the description to a really good one on amazon. Let me know how it goes!
Did this repair last the test of time. ? Thanks for all the great videos. Cant wait to tackle the annoying transmission oil change after this. Again thanks. !
Still perfect to this day, no recharge needed
Hey so was there any o rings or anything on the lines I Just got my condenser and ready to start working on it thanks if anyone has info
Is this the same procedure for the 6.2 motor? I had a dealer tell me there are more things to remove since it is a bigger motor. I personally have no way of verifying this. If anyone knows I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you
Thank you
I just called Premier Chevrolet and said I needed a Condenser replaced and I was quoted $1400. I’ll be replacing mine just like you, DIY style. Thanks for the video.
Did this cause your temperature gauge and o stay at 160 before you switched the ac condenser?
Dustin,
I love your videos thanks for sharing all your experiences and advice. I drive a 2014!high country just like yours except it’s black and has the 6.2. The condenser has gone out and I was wondering how the new one you installed has held up?
You’re supposed to leave the gauges on to check for leaks before you fill it up with refrigerant. That way you don’t waste that expensive AC Pro refrigerant. Also, don’t use refrigerant with oil. There are specific amounts to use when replacing certain components on the system.
Is your AC still working now? Any issues after the replacement?
Hows that specific condenser holding up seen mixed reviews ?
Just checked my condenser and its leaking on the driver side. Blowing hot. Does your truck have the AFM?
did you replace any of the seals/gaskets at all? Did I miss it?
Funny how the leak is at the same weld on my 2014 Chevy Silverado and I have see 3 other videos with the same leak from the same driver side top weld. GM knows of the issue but refuses to do anything to fix it. This video will save me about $1000.00 . chevy wants $1200 for the repair . B.S. Why has there been No Recall. This truck I have is my last GM product.
My 16 is now leaking from that same exact spot and I'm about to undertake the same fix. Of coarse it lasted long enough for the warranty to expire...
Extended warranty just covered mines
Mine in the same place 2014
@@e3phase what kind of truck u drive. I have a 2016 sierra with 47000 miles. And is leaking freon from the condenser
Idk if the extended warranty is going to cover it
Does this require any seals? I just ordered the condenser and it doesn't come with seals and noone mentions needing them on the videos.
Is there a fix for the fans not clicking on?
I know this is old but could you do a video on a compressor replacement
so did you fill it with froen or the AC racharge? i am confused
Hey Dustin your ‘low end’ AC attachment is WAY higher (and much easier to get to) than my 2017 Sierra. Do you have an extender attachment on there for easier maintenance? If so please forward me to a place you recommend and the exact name of it. That would be a HUGE help if I can’t add that to my truck. I can barely get my hands down there!
Feel brave now going to get the uv light and fluid and fix my 14
You’ve got this buddy!
Well finally got nerve up to take uv light to see where leak was and same place both welds top and bottom like one u have. Ordered the condenser u recommended just waiting to come in. Nervous but I know I can do this. The Texas heat. Will be here soon. Got to get AC going again
Do you need to add oil back into the system?
Would the ac condenser also leak out transmission fluid??
Dustin,
Thanks for making this video. I just did the UV test, and mine is leaking exactly in the same spot. Curious, If my A/C line hasn't leaked due to the poor design, do you think I could just put that bracket on?
also, is this the one your bought on Ebay?
www.ebay.com/itm/A-C-AC-Condenser-For-GMC-Chevrolet-Fits-Sierra-1500-Silverado-1500-4283/262926353269?hash=item3d37a1c375:g:ikkAAOSwtGlZNtZm&vxp=mtr
Hey buddy! Yep thats the one I bought, still working great and I'm happy with it! Honestly I would put the bracket on, cheap item if it keeps you from having to replace the line and freon again.
Awesome! Wasnt sure if I needed to buy that piece that goes between the compressor and the condenser. Thanks man, i'll be taking it on this weekend.
Nice. The job pays 5 hours plus the hour for recharge. I got it done in under 2. Thanks
Hey so there was no o rings of anything? I have a 2016 gmc 1500 5.3
@@martinromero5408 they're not like normal o rings. They look more like a washer with a rubber center. They will be on the lines going in and out of the condenser. Hope this helps
So just reuse them correct just double checking before I start taking it apart
@@martinromero5408 that should be fine as long as they're not leaking or in rough shape. I've done three leaving the past week and I haven't changed any of them because they were in such good condition I just used a little bit of oil lube them and then just put them back on. just be careful because they can fall to just keep an eye on it when you disconnect the condenser down on the passenger lower side 1 13 mm bolt remove that bolt and then pull the lines straight back try not to bend if you have any other questions just message me