I just did mine the other day, recharged with R-134a, not R-1234yf, works good too. Do your wallet a favor, the only reason they were switched to the new stuff is because the patent for R-134a ran out and honeywell lobbied the gov to force the adoption of their new proprietary refrigerant. Thats the only reason, the system is backwards compatible and actually the gases are made to be interchangeable. They wont tell you that tho and techincally its illegal to do for a shop but not for you as the owner.
I bought a Honda civic 2016, after 3 years I started having problem with the AC, and the compressor was changed , so I went to the dealer and I paid 800 for a new one, now after 3 years my car is blowing hot air, I just saw your video and it was so helpful. I thought the compressor got damaged again, I saved a lot of money.
there was a lawsuit on the recent hondas with their AC system... they acknowledged there was a problem but I think they're just extending warranty lol awful
@sasuxsakuxfan you can get reimbursed back for it if you can prove the compressor and/shaft seal was replaced. I'm here cuz I just got it checked out and they said it was fine but immediately after I got the car back I'm only getting fresh air, nothing cold.
@@sasuxsakuxfanyes but they don’t change the air compressor. They won’t refill the ac until you fix the compressor and they wanted charge me 2 grand to fix it and replace it with a new one .
Short, concise, info-packed, to-the-point; good audio, visuals, and easily understood commentary. The definition of a perfect DIY instructional video. I've done this before on my 96 Civic but about to do it on my 'new' 2016, and wanted to make sure the method was the same. Thanks a ton sir, and great work!
Shops are quick to point out that you need a new compressor/condenser, without even trying to check fuses, relay or refrigerant levels. I just did this on our Honda Accord. If you have enough pressure in the system, your compressor clutch should come on. I's start by checking the fuses first. it's the easiest part, if you don't hear the compressor clutch clicking on & off, check the relay in your fuse box, then check the low pressure tube, if it's cold, you have refrigerant in it, lastly check to ensure it's in the green. If the tube is warm or room temp, you might just need to add refrigerant, so the pressure switch can turn on your compressor. If you have no refrigerant in the system, your compressor will not engage. When the engine is running and you are watching the gauge, you will see the needle jump up and down as the compressor clutch switches on & off, at which point you are good to go and your A/C should blow cold.
I just want to say thank you, seriously worked like a charm and I am so happy!!!!! It was so hot and I couldn’t take it any longer. I’m so glad to have come across this video! Thank you thank you thank you!!!!
Bro you prob just saved me hundreds of dollars I’ve been looking for a video like this forever. I thought I was going to have to go to a mechanic they all tell me they would charge me anywhere from 500-600 dollars
There's a TSB (23-039) for 10th Gen Honda Civics for bad compressors. Honda has extended the warranty on them from 3 to 10 years. Before you start doing any home DIY work on your 10th Gen I recommend first calling your Honda dealership and giving them your VIN to see if your vehicle is covered under the TSB. If your vehicle is covered and the compressor is not damaged from some other reason, Honda will repair your compressor for free.
Thank you. Here's some more Information: (1) Shake can well (2) screw can onto hose (3) screw adapter to L (low) port after unscrewing and removing dust cap. Pull spring-loaded ring up and away from L port; press adapter firmly all the way on the L port sleeve. Release the spring-loaded ring to seal hose onto port. (4) Turn A/C on high w/vents on full (5) screw pin into can to puncture seal, then pack off, allowing refrigerant to drain out of the can and into the system, holding can upside down. One can should produce cold air. (6) Turn off car (7) remove hose w/adapter from L port; remove empty can from hose. Discard empty can.
Thank you, I wasn't sure if the car should be running while filling the A/C, sounds like that's how it's done ~ thanks for the step by step instructions.
My man. I was looking for an exact video like this. I have a 2018 Civic EX and every other video is like 20 minutes long trying to explain shit about an older gen civic. You earned a sub and a like!!
Good job on the video, but your AC pressure normally doesn't get that low. You have a leak in the condenser. This is a known issue on the 10th gen and Honda has an extended warranty that covers the repair.
@Moko Koco same. Got the condenser replaced under their warranty, and it's out again after a year. Guess I'll be refilling it every summer. Makes no sense to replace the condenser every year for $1200-1500 when I can just refill it. It's completely absurd and terrible for the environment but what can we do? Nothing. Until Honda owes up to it and completely replaces their terrible AC units, there's nothing we can do.
Awesome video, Giovanny! Quick and to the point. The service department at one of my local Honda dealerships told me since my car has a rebuilt title, it’s not eligible to be covered but I wrote Honda corporate an email and await their response.
Have done everything to my car from intercooler tune and intake to exhaust and oil changes. Was too lazy and had a place recharge my ac, spent 1k… learned fast why I do everything myself haha.
Okay cool mine just started blowing warm air and I already took it to get it fixed when the recalled happened hopefully this helps and I don’t have to pay for a new one
Thanks for the help! I had 0 PSI instead of 20 psi in the video, did everything as shown. Used the same refrigerant can and it went to 30 PSI. It only blows cold when I set it between Low-60 degrees, going any further in temp goes back to warm air. Buying another can of refrigerant to see if that'll fix it. Quick and understandable diy fix!
@@marktate2683 yup, its either AC compressor, the condenser, or some other AC part. too expensive for me to repair so i chose to use this method until i sell the car 🤣
@Bambi214 take it to the dealership and have them inspect it, if it's the compressor they will replace it under the extended warranty. I had mine checked out Saturday and they said it was fine but now I have no cold air when I had some before I took it in 2 days ago. I'm going back tomorrow to figure out whether I just need recharged or something fixed.
Definitely felt the cold air coming thru my phone! Thanks for this helpful video. This is gonna save me money from paying a goofy ah to install it. I'll do it myself! 🙏
Thank you for the video! I was just wondering if it’s the same steps for a 2022 civic? It’s the 11th gen but I haven’t been able to find a video on it since it’s a “new” car.
Hello! I saw the video and it looks fairly simple thank you so much I do have a question I have a 2017 Honda Civic with this work for mine to like can I follow the same step-by-step and it be the same thing?
Warranty fix is for the condenser only. Honda seems to act like the compressor isn't the problem but that also leak. They should just recall but of course that would be pricey
Thanks for the video - but just wondering why are you recharging it? Is it because of a faulty AC system for the 10th gen? Or did you simply overused the AC hence having to recharge? How is it now 1 year later since you posted this video? Is it still icy cold? Issues?
Thanks for the video man! It worked! Took 5 minutes to do. 2016 Honda Civic LX. Here's the parts I used... - Honeywell R-1234yf Soltice yf Refrigerant 8oz. - Certified A/C Pro Gauge And Hose CERTYF102.
Hey, I had a quick question. I was driving and out of nowhere my ac started to blow hot air out and the circulation button turned off. Will this video help me? Different shops are telling me different things and they might overcharge me because I am a girl and dont know anything about cars, I did go to school for a little for automotive. But I am trying to save some money. Please comment back to me as soon as possible!
Doing this and trading the dang car in. We had the coil replaced, several lines, and condenser and it is still leaking to this day. After $3000 + spent trying to fix it. This car just isnt worth it. Screw honda and their shitty ac systems. Great video though, very helpful! Thanks!
I have an r1234yf bottle with a digital gauge and whenever i click the trigger for even half a second the gauge jumps up to 60psi. is that normal? i don’t wanna overcharge. but i see everyone just holding down the trigger with these things
I'm going to have to try this. This gen of civics seems to be having a lot of ac problems and mine is not blowing cool air but seems easy enough. If you don't use the entire can, can you save it or does it need to be completely extinguished when you are done ? Thanks
Just dont unplug the can from the tool. Ive had them last a long time, just make sure to keep it in door bc its not good to leave it in heat or cold temperatures.👍🏻
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I just did mine the other day, recharged with R-134a, not R-1234yf, works good too. Do your wallet a favor, the only reason they were switched to the new stuff is because the patent for R-134a ran out and honeywell lobbied the gov to force the adoption of their new proprietary refrigerant. Thats the only reason, the system is backwards compatible and actually the gases are made to be interchangeable. They wont tell you that tho and techincally its illegal to do for a shop but not for you as the owner.
I bought a Honda civic 2016, after 3 years I started having problem with the AC, and the compressor was changed , so I went to the dealer and I paid 800 for a new one, now after 3 years my car is blowing hot air, I just saw your video and it was so helpful. I thought the compressor got damaged again, I saved a lot of money.
there was a lawsuit on the recent hondas with their AC system... they acknowledged there was a problem but I think they're just extending warranty lol awful
@sasuxsakuxfan you can get reimbursed back for it if you can prove the compressor and/shaft seal was replaced. I'm here cuz I just got it checked out and they said it was fine but immediately after I got the car back I'm only getting fresh air, nothing cold.
I received a letter from Honda they extend their warranty on the AC for 10 years instead of 5 so you can definitely get your money back
Honda sent out a letter putting the warranty longer on the AC unit.
@@sasuxsakuxfanyes but they don’t change the air compressor. They won’t refill the ac until you fix the compressor and they wanted charge me 2 grand to fix it and replace it with a new one .
Short, concise, info-packed, to-the-point; good audio, visuals, and easily understood commentary. The definition of a perfect DIY instructional video. I've done this before on my 96 Civic but about to do it on my 'new' 2016, and wanted to make sure the method was the same. Thanks a ton sir, and great work!
No problems, saved hundreds $$$. 40 degree air coming out now! Thanks to YOU Giovanny!
Shops are quick to point out that you need a new compressor/condenser, without even trying to check fuses, relay or refrigerant levels. I just did this on our Honda Accord. If you have enough pressure in the system, your compressor clutch should come on. I's start by checking the fuses first. it's the easiest part, if you don't hear the compressor clutch clicking on & off, check the relay in your fuse box, then check the low pressure tube, if it's cold, you have refrigerant in it, lastly check to ensure it's in the green. If the tube is warm or room temp, you might just need to add refrigerant, so the pressure switch can turn on your compressor. If you have no refrigerant in the system, your compressor will not engage. When the engine is running and you are watching the gauge, you will see the needle jump up and down as the compressor clutch switches on & off, at which point you are good to go and your A/C should blow cold.
The AC system is a sealed system. If you need refrigerant you HAVE a leak. Simple as that.
I love vids like this. Straight to the point, clear, high volume. No unnecessary yipyap
U just saved me 300 bucks! The guy at my local shop was charging me 300 bucks to re charge lol thanks for this
I just want to say thank you, seriously worked like a charm and I am so happy!!!!! It was so hot and I couldn’t take it any longer. I’m so glad to have come across this video! Thank you thank you thank you!!!!
Bro you prob just saved me hundreds of dollars I’ve been looking for a video like this forever. I thought I was going to have to go to a mechanic they all tell me they would charge me anywhere from 500-600 dollars
I have to admit I was nervous about doing this. After watching your video I got the parts and finished in about 5 minutes. Thank you so much!
There's a TSB (23-039) for 10th Gen Honda Civics for bad compressors. Honda has extended the warranty on them from 3 to 10 years. Before you start doing any home DIY work on your 10th Gen I recommend first calling your Honda dealership and giving them your VIN to see if your vehicle is covered under the TSB. If your vehicle is covered and the compressor is not damaged from some other reason, Honda will repair your compressor for free.
And the condensers, as well. Both are covered under warranty.
Thank you. Here's some more Information: (1) Shake can well (2) screw can onto hose (3) screw adapter to L (low) port after unscrewing and removing dust cap. Pull spring-loaded ring up and away from L port; press adapter firmly all the way on the L port sleeve. Release the spring-loaded ring to seal hose onto port. (4) Turn A/C on high w/vents on full (5) screw pin into can to puncture seal, then pack off, allowing refrigerant to drain out of the can and into the system, holding can upside down. One can should produce cold air. (6) Turn off car (7) remove hose w/adapter from L port; remove empty can from hose. Discard empty can.
Thank you, I wasn't sure if the car should be running while filling the A/C, sounds like that's how it's done ~ thanks for the step by step instructions.
Saved myself $300 dollars just following your video. Thanks so much!
My man. I was looking for an exact video like this. I have a 2018 Civic EX and every other video is like 20 minutes long trying to explain shit about an older gen civic. You earned a sub and a like!!
Glad it helped and Thanks for the support!
Really appreciate the video. I need to recharge my ac as well but didn't know what to do. And your video helped me out. Thank you.
Glad it helped!
I went to the service just wondering how much is to recharge my AC? 400$ was the price. I used to do that on my Acura TL, same process
Thanks Bro. Just did mine. Your video was my guide. Ice cold now. 2020 Civic in Portland Oregon.
Thank you for this video! Just saved me $300+ bucks !!
Glad I could help!
Great Video bro, stellar work my boy!
Very short and straight forward. Good job.
Just saved me 400$ bro thank you , AC is kicking cold ! PS , if driver side is blowing warm it’s most likely low on Freon
Good job on the video, but your AC pressure normally doesn't get that low. You have a leak in the condenser. This is a known issue on the 10th gen and Honda has an extended warranty that covers the repair.
Mines got repaired 2 years ago and has a leak again 😢
@Moko Koco same. Got the condenser replaced under their warranty, and it's out again after a year. Guess I'll be refilling it every summer. Makes no sense to replace the condenser every year for $1200-1500 when I can just refill it.
It's completely absurd and terrible for the environment but what can we do? Nothing. Until Honda owes up to it and completely replaces their terrible AC units, there's nothing we can do.
Mine leak after 2 year after i fix it
@@kevonrobinson9161 hey what do u mean fix it? thanks
I have the same issue however a leak means air is getting in which will cause a whole other set of issues if not fixed.
Just finished this for $65 and 15 minutes. Ice cold. Thank you man!
Do you leave the car running the whole time
@@Sim-fu420yes along with the ac
Great video bro. My girls civic is blowing not so cold air so this helped perfectly
Easy steps and straight to the point, thanks for the video!
49ERS BABY!! Thanks for the video!!
Short and simple you’re doing gods work out here
Thank you for this kind of content, quick and easy. I'm not good with cars by any means, you saved me.
Awesome video, Giovanny! Quick and to the point. The service department at one of my local Honda dealerships told me since my car has a rebuilt title, it’s not eligible to be covered but I wrote Honda corporate an email and await their response.
Have done everything to my car from intercooler tune and intake to exhaust and oil changes. Was too lazy and had a place recharge my ac, spent 1k… learned fast why I do everything myself haha.
Okay cool mine just started blowing warm air and I already took it to get it fixed when the recalled happened hopefully this helps and I don’t have to pay for a new one
Great video, thanks! My 2016 Civic just started blowing hot air...not bad for 115k miles.
Thanks for the help! I had 0 PSI instead of 20 psi in the video, did everything as shown. Used the same refrigerant can and it went to 30 PSI. It only blows cold when I set it between Low-60 degrees, going any further in temp goes back to warm air. Buying another can of refrigerant to see if that'll fix it. Quick and understandable diy fix!
Did that seem to help? I wonder if this is all I need. Fan blows but does not cool air at all!
@@marktate2683 it helps temporarily, i had to replenish twice now for cold air
@@bopboopbeeb so its possible there's something more fucked up?
@@marktate2683 yup, its either AC compressor, the condenser, or some other AC part. too expensive for me to repair so i chose to use this method until i sell the car 🤣
@Bambi214 take it to the dealership and have them inspect it, if it's the compressor they will replace it under the extended warranty. I had mine checked out Saturday and they said it was fine but now I have no cold air when I had some before I took it in 2 days ago. I'm going back tomorrow to figure out whether I just need recharged or something fixed.
Definitely felt the cold air coming thru my phone! Thanks for this helpful video. This is gonna save me money from paying a goofy ah to install it. I'll do it myself! 🙏
Any updates?
Great video… short, to the point. Exact info you need. Followed this exactly and worked perfectly. Thank you
Did you turn the car off to put the refrigerant in ?
@@adriangeronimo4619 no it needs to be on and ac on full blast
How long does the can last?
Flawless. Thanks. Worked awesome
I just di this and it works. thank you for you video
Worked great! Clear, understandable instructions. Thanks!!!
Saved me almost 200 bucks. Thanks man.
Such a good video, thanks man I hate doing car stuff and this makes it wasy
Straight to the point! Thanks bro 🤙
I just did rn really works thanks bro
May God bless you for your willingness to share wisdom for free
Thanks for sharing your experiences with us! Your video helped me successfully complete this same project on my 2016 Civic Touring
Glad it helped! And Thank you for the feed back!
Car twins!
Quick and simple, thanks bro
Ahorita vuelvo iré en el autozone gracias y se que va funcionar
Thanks bro
Thanks bro, recharging my civic tmw 🔥🔥
Bro I went to Honda for them to do this and this man said “it’s gonna cost about 299 and will take around 3-5 hours”
@@SoloTeamDirty No bro, it literally took me about 15 mins to do it. I bought the adapter hose on Amazon and did it myself.
@@SoloTeamDirty its because they have the proper system to do it, if u do it yourself u r going to shoot metal through your system.
@Sando323 where is the metal coming from?
Awesome vid! Thanks you for this!
Thank you for the video! I was just wondering if it’s the same steps for a 2022 civic? It’s the 11th gen but I haven’t been able to find a video on it since it’s a “new” car.
Excellent video!! Even I can understand how to do this 👏🏻🤗
Dude . Thank you . So clear . Step by step . Doing this on my Camaro.
Hello! I saw the video and it looks fairly simple thank you so much I do have a question I have a 2017 Honda Civic with this work for mine to like can I follow the same step-by-step and it be the same thing?
Love you thanks for saving me a trip to the dealer
Thank you for the tutorial! Good to know for when my starts to go out.
This was 10/10. Thanks for the help.
Great easy to follow tutorial video. What a rare find! 👍👍👍
Thank you for this great and easy to follow video! Very cool ! Love it!
Warranty fix is for the condenser only. Honda seems to act like the compressor isn't the problem but that also leak. They should just recall but of course that would be pricey
thank you for helping me save money bro god bless i hope youre doing good!
i’m gonna try this out tomorrow. wish me luck! i’ll come back and tell you if i’m successful or not lol
Hi, I was wandering if it worked for you?
@@marlenerodriguez7136 hi it didn’t, i ended up spending 1400 dollars to repair the car at the honda dealership lol
Perfect video. Everything I needed to know
Thank you! Now I have fresh, cool air ☺️
Thanks for video! It was very helpful for a single for now😉 women!
Your video was useful but why 1234yf instead of 1234a?
thats the type honda uses oem
Thanks. Is your car's engine on while recharging?
Thanks for the video - but just wondering why are you recharging it? Is it because of a faulty AC system for the 10th gen? Or did you simply overused the AC hence having to recharge? How is it now 1 year later since you posted this video? Is it still icy cold? Issues?
Thanks for the help man ! 👏🏽
How often do you usually recharged your AC?
Any update?
Great video! Thank you so much
Thank you so much I just did mine appreciate you
One thing to add is the prerequisite safety gear (which I didn't see):
1) Safety glasses (recommend ANSI)
2) Gloves
Thank you so much !!!
Thanks for the video man! It worked! Took 5 minutes to do. 2016 Honda Civic LX. Here's the parts I used...
- Honeywell R-1234yf Soltice yf Refrigerant 8oz.
- Certified A/C Pro Gauge And Hose CERTYF102.
Nice work!
Hey giovanny how long will it be cool for? Does it last all summer?
Does this work for a 2020 Honda civic sport as well? My ac works perfect just does not blow cold air, definitely needs a recharge
Great video. Thank you.
Great video brother helpful af 💯🫡
So when you filling the refrigirant the AC is on and in full blast? Thank you!
If you don’t mind which front lip it’s that
Yesss sir nice video chulo 🔥🔥
Can you please let me know what that hose called the one you attached with that bottle??? Where I can buy one????
Appreciated
Thank you, man!
Do you charge/ fill up with car running or off thanks
Why do i keep hearing people say you cant do this by yourself u might shoot metal although the system? Any truth to this?
Perfect video!
good stuff man thanks!
My sons 2016 civic, the Ac recharge does not fit on his car. Any suggestions?
I filled mine to the blue section in the gauge but it's cold now..I hope I didn't over fill it tho🤔
Hey, I had a quick question. I was driving and out of nowhere my ac started to blow hot air out and the circulation button turned off. Will this video help me?
Different shops are telling me different things and they might overcharge me because I am a girl and dont know anything about cars, I did go to school for a little for automotive. But I am trying to save some money. Please comment back to me as soon as possible!
What were the symptoms before you recharged it yes no cold air but did I have a hissing sound prior to refill ?
did you leave the car running and ac on while adding the refrigerant in ?
When you are recharging it with the can, do you have the car running on or off?
Do you leave the AC on full speed while refilling the gas? Or can u just turn it off and refill?
Doing this and trading the dang car in. We had the coil replaced, several lines, and condenser and it is still leaking to this day. After $3000 + spent trying to fix it. This car just isnt worth it. Screw honda and their shitty ac systems.
Great video though, very helpful! Thanks!
can you do this if the system is completely empty or only if it’s low?
Does it work for a 2020 honda civic sport hatchback
Did it use the whole can?
I have an r1234yf bottle with a digital gauge and whenever i click the trigger for even half a second the gauge jumps up to 60psi. is that normal? i don’t wanna overcharge. but i see everyone just holding down the trigger with these things
I'm going to have to try this. This gen of civics seems to be having a lot of ac problems and mine is not blowing cool air but seems easy enough. If you don't use the entire can, can you save it or does it need to be completely extinguished when you are done ? Thanks
Just dont unplug the can from the tool. Ive had them last a long time, just make sure to keep it in door bc its not good to leave it in heat or cold temperatures.👍🏻
Did you leave the car on while recharging?