Help with instruction to install 2012 PRIUS V AC compressor

Discussion in 'Prius v Main Forum' started by Tarek, May 16, 2026 at 7:11 PM.

  1. Tarek

    Tarek Junior Member

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    Hello everyone
    lityle update : I installed a JDM motor 3rd Gen to my 2012 on my own for year so far but the ac went very bad after that.
    Now after so many testing and trying so far the my final results that Compressor is dead.
    one of my friend who is a Prius mechanic give couple of AC compressors that came out with the JDM motor to try them out.
    the right first question is
    1- how can i test those AC compressors in the most convenient way (if there is any)?
    2- I need a referral to a good instruction and recommendation how to add Freon with new AC compressor ?
    3- Do I need to get new condenser?
    4- how about the ready to go Cans like (1234R)

    Thank you in advance
     
  2. PriusCamper

    PriusCamper Senior Member

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    It's a variable pressure system so the amount of lubricant and refrigerent you add is done by a precise weight. This might explain why your old AC failed.

    As for getting an AC compressor you can 1) roll the dice on a used one from a wrecking yard/online, 2) buy an aftermarket one, 3) get ripped off spending big on an OEM one.