Can I add air conditioning to a 1983 Honda Civic hatchback with a 5spd that did not come with ac? If so, estimated cost?

All Honda Civic Hatchbacks have been raced and thrashed to death by 20 year olds. Not a good starter car as all the other 20 year olds had the same idea.



Check the Transmission fluid level it may be at the operational limit and sucking air. If not, get a newer vehicle and not a Civic :>)

A 1983 Honda would have a distributor, so no cam sensor.

You'll need to figure out if it is a fuel problem or an ignition problem to proceed.

Do you mean to refill the air conditioning gas? I can't quite work out what you mean.

If so, you need a professional to refill with R134 gas. It costs around £30 or $50.

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good day Sir, try to check the air filter and oil filter i hope it will solve your problem.

Small engine and the load of the AC will cause the engine to have to work harder and feel "slower". Nothing you can do other thatn not have AC on to long!

can't necessarliy automatically blame the water pump, check entire cooling system related components , check air flow through radiator and condensor, often overlooked and plugged with bugs and road debris, check all hoses for condition especially for a collasped bottom hose due to your opening system to R&R thermostat... you may have to bleed air from your system ... check coolant condition for specific gravity.. clogged internally radiator, check flow with cap off engine cold pressure relieved watch flow to see when thermostat is opening... should have increased contant flow. check belts for proper tension and condition.

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Below is the fuel tank diagram including the sending unit where the fuel lines connect:

Ok I've been around too long...R134 (freon replacement product)

Good luck with your indeavor, From past experience you are probably sol, but if you can remove your door lock cylinder drivers door it will help the locksmith to make a key for you. I just ran into this on an older acura. Wish you the best of luck.