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Refrigerant leak?

Discussion in 'Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)' started by PeninsulaPrime, Feb 3, 2022.

  1. PeninsulaPrime

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    I noticed these two white splotches below the H and L ports, which I assume is some sort of refrigerant leak from the HVAC system. Anyone seen this before? Is it something that needs to be fixed?

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  2. Georgina Rudkus

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    Leaks of the shrader access valves is quite common. I'd have them replaced. There are shops that have tools that can replace them without discharging the system.
     
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    Seems like something that should be covered under warranty, no? The car isn’t even a year old yet.
     
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    Yes, absolutely!
     
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    or 12,000 miles?
     
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    I've never seen white splotches due to a refrigerant leak. Oil dissolves in the refrigerant and circulates through the system. An oil spot is a sign of a leak. I don't know what the white is, but it isn't refrigerant.
     
    #6 PT Guy, Feb 8, 2022
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