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Anonymous Posted on Nov 13, 2012

How much should it cost to replace the a/c compressor/manifold hose on a Buick Century 2002

I apparently have a leak in the the a/c 'compressor/manifold hose" causing refrigerant to leak out, so the passenger side cools some, and the drivers side, not at all. I was told this is the hose that wraps all around everything? How much should it cost, and could an inexperienced person do it right by himself. Parts are a little over $100.00 from AutoZone. Thanks in advance.

  • Anonymous Nov 13, 2012

    Dealership already said it was the hose, I know it's low on refrigerant , and filled it once, it is low again. So my question really is just: "How much should it cost to replace the a/c compressor/manifold hose".

  • Anonymous Nov 13, 2012

    Dealership already said it was the hose, I know it's low on refrigerant , and filled it once, it is low again. So my question really is just: "How much should it cost to replace the a/c compressor/manifold hose".

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Anonymous

You can replace the parts or hose yourself but you
can not pull a vacuum & leak test or add refrigerant

That requires training,experience & special equipment

Did you not get a price at the dealer,just ask a repair shop
or figure less than a dealer would overcharge you

For the parts I would only buy A/C or Power Steering Hoses
from a dealer. I have never found the auto parts store ones
to fit very well,even from top brand name companies.

Have repair shop get hose at dealer with a discount &
install for you & recharge

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SOURCE: 2004 Buick Century leaks on passenger side after

hi check your door and screen rubbers rain will always track to the lowest point the best way to check is to hose it down

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  • Posted on Dec 28, 2010

SOURCE: buick 2002 rendezvous is overheating.

they should be even temp. check for low fluid level in radiator, may even have a bad thermostat. sorry i can't be more specific, is the car overheating at all? is engine fan on when engine at operating temp? is there any fluid leaking into the passenger compartment? if so, please repost your question. thank you for choosing fixya.com

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