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How do I fix my car AC evaporator leak?
My air conditioner has been dripping water onto the ground where I park, and no cold air is going into the cabin. I think it’s an AC evaporator leak. How would I fix my car AC evaporator leak?
Matthew Macgugan · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
AC issues are a drag! There is an at-home solution to help stop the leak.
You can try a few cans of Stop Leak. Like the name, it should help stop the leak in your condenser unit.
That said, to properly address a leak:
- The entire HVAC system must be cleaned out with a vacuum pump.
- The evaporator may need to be replaced.
- The dash may need to come out for access.
You could buy the tools yourself for a few hundred dollars, but doing the work may require more than you can handle. Since AC evaporator units can be pretty complex and may require a decent amount of disassembly to access and repair, this may be better left to a professional mechanic.
Cars are complicated machines, which is why mechanics make such big bucks. If you want to save money to put towards repairs, look towards your car insurance policy. If you think you’re overpaying, download the
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