Lexus ES 350 compressor replacement. AC still not working. Any advice?

Asked by Guru9LZWZ1 Aug 18, 2021 at 03:30 PM about the 2014 Lexus ES

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Lexus350 2014 with 37,000 miles. Replaced compressor because AC not
working....still not working. Mechanic said might be a blockage: he doesn't
think it's mechanical. Anyone have similar issue or advice before we put more
money into it.

2 Answers

155,245

When you replace an A/C compressor you also need to replace the accumulator, and the orifice tube. You need to flush the refrigeration system as well. Many times when a compressor fails metal flakes are expelled into the refrigeration system from the dying compressor. This will quickly clog the screen in the orifice tube. A good mechanic would know that! Now, here is another thing to know. Most aftermarket manufacturers require the shop to show proof that all of this was done before issuing the shop credit for the "defective" compressor. This is because they know most shops don't do the job correctly which ruins the new compressor, sometimes very quickly. One of the things I do at my job is process defects that are returned by customers. I am always kicking back "defective" A/C compressors that are not returned with paperwork proving the job was done correctly. But you shouldn't have to pay twice for their poor repair job!! Hope that helps! Jim

1 people found this helpful.

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Guru5H8HM
    Reputation
    4,630
  • #2
    AndyESLexus
    Reputation
    4,560
  • #3
    GuruBPJQ
    Reputation
    3,610
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Lexus IS
17 Great Deals out of 390 listings starting at $4,400
Used Lexus GS
3 Great Deals out of 24 listings starting at $9,999
Used Toyota Camry
51 Great Deals out of 1,116 listings starting at $2,500
Used Lexus RX
49 Great Deals out of 1,106 listings starting at $4,995
Used Lexus LS
3 Great Deals out of 31 listings starting at $5,995
Used Honda Accord
49 Great Deals out of 959 listings starting at $2,995
Used Toyota Avalon
5 Great Deals out of 38 listings starting at $6,995
Used Lexus ES Hybrid
99 listings starting at $19,995
Used Lexus GX
43 listings starting at $19,980
Used Acura TLX
25 Great Deals out of 429 listings starting at $9,995
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class
38 Great Deals out of 501 listings starting at $5,450
Used Lexus NX
35 Great Deals out of 936 listings starting at $747
Used Lexus LX
37 listings starting at $22,998
Used Toyota RAV4
130 Great Deals out of 2,963 listings starting at $4,999
Used BMW 5 Series
23 Great Deals out of 283 listings starting at $5,299

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.