Here’s another installment of the Fixing it Forward series starring Barbara’s 1998 Chrysler Town & Country. This time I’m looking to solve the issue with the AC system. While the system is being evacuated, I decide to do a little work on the foggy headlights.
A few more things and I believe we’ll have this one wrapped up. I’m looking forward to giving this back to Barbara so she can get back on the road.
Camera: Brian Kast
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Related videos.
AC System Basics: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w17DpGCcRj8
AC Performance Test: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XU_A4wNuHXI
Finding and Repairing AC Leaks: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95RdGLFIbL8
How To Recharge an AC System: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lglPJuBXVeE
Basic Electrical troubleshooting 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLVu2HYtOhA
Basic Electrical troubleshooting 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVSvA0y-peA
Headlight Restoration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvNSjjTHua4
Other Fixing it Forward Videos.
Introducing Fixing it Forward: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfBnTwpEBu0
1998 Chrysler Town & Country Diagnosis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKl6wuvXx60
1998 Chrysler Town & Country Transmission Diagnosis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVyv7UpFPEc
1998 Chrysler Town & Country Rear Window Repair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUlx41w7L1E
Tools.
3M Headlight Kit: http://3mauto.com/products/headlight-restoration
AC Gage Set: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/atd-tools-3695-deluxe-dual-aluminum-a-c-manifold-gauge-set/#oid=1002_1
AC Dye Kit: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/tracerline-tp8626-complete-a-c-leak-detection-kit/#oid=1002_1
Power Probe: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/power-probe-pppp219ftc-power-probe-ii-kit/#oid=1002_1
Cordless Drill: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/buffalo-tools-ps07215-18-volt-cordless-drill/#oid=1002_1
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Where's the video with the refrigerant oil?
I have a 1999 t n c n got into a minor accident n my bumper is messed up (need a new 1) need a new radiator, 1 headlights, might need to straighten out the radiator support..hood closed fine, I hve no clue how much it'll cost to fix all of it ? Pls help…thanx
There is no me without you…if you have any questions feel free to ask or email me! Thanks
OMG!!!! Burn the sucker!!!
Hola soy de México apena empecé aber tus vÃÂÂdeos y me parecen muy interesantes no se inglés pero entiendo un poco. Tengo una Voyager 2000 y me gustarÃÂÂa saber cuánto gas le tengo que cargar para el AC. te mandó saludos y mucho éxito como hasta ahora bay….
Hey Eric, did you check the A/C system for Sealant?
buy 2 of every part . install all parts , next week replace all parts again
fast fix —– drive with windows sliding door and tailgate open dont drive on real hot days
ONLY WEAR A THONG,
HEADLIGH PROBLEM —– DONT DRIVE AT NIGHT
I know this is an ancient video now but for headlights try put a UV coating on them even a good clear will keep them looking new for years and will make them almost crystal clear.
Is it just me or did Barbara never check her fluids?
we have a 96 dodge caravan I recharge ac in it.
I came across a product by Meguiar's® Plastx Cleaner Polish instead of the headlight kit use automotive sand paper 600, wet 1000, 1500 or 2000 then Plastx on a microfiber cloth using the 3M buff pad disc = mint., also the plastx works charms on the clear plastic inside the car like scratches on the cluster or clocks
I love the fact that my old Cutlass Ciera has glass headlights.
My stepdaughter has the same van. I wonder if U can get a view of the rear bumpstops & show (If Possible) how to replace them….. Would really hate to junk the van over a set of bumpstops….
Does the compressor have pressure switch? I know you were getting power to the clutch but like to see that pressure switch in more detail. Had to jump a pressure switch on a 98 f150 just to get the compressor to run to take freon. Great channel and thanks for any advice.
Could these big problems have been found with better maintenance?
Here is a tip, to clean head lights I use wet dry sand paper starting at 400 grit moving up to 2000 grit (400, 600, 800, 1000, 1200,1800, 2000) and I finish with rubbing compound. I do it by hand and takes about 10 minutes and the head lights come out looking brand new. Of course your mileage may vary so try it on something you don't care about first.
where is 1998 Chrysler Town & Country AC Repair (Part 2) ?
All I can say is that I hope that Barbara is very grateful for all your efforts!
Please use the proper refrigerant, this vehicle cam with R-134A, That noise from that clutch gap from the compressor is horrendous
Open the high side gauge first, make sure the low side is shut. Wait for the low side to draw a vacuum and then open the low side gauge.
I apparently cannot spell properly
Fan all the wat to high, and you have a belt slippage issue
Oil injector tor dude
Just block off the rear AC, Fans and heater functions still work. One more thing, get a Sonic leak detector, It will save ton,
hey eric, just to share with you my method, i did over 35 of headlight restauration and if you want to look like new, not almost, just buy regular sand paper, 400,600,800,1000,1500,2000 and you finish off with some metal polish. they are brand new after that. keep your good work
After hooking up the refrigerant its a good idea to bleed the supply hose at the gauge manifold so the air in the hose doesn't go into your freshly vacuumed systems.
Eric, those tensioners had a faulty design and would wear prematurely and cause all kinds of problems. It wasn't so much the pulley itself that would be the culprit, though it would wear out too (as they all do). The problem lies in the actual pivot of the tensioner arm. It would wear out and sit crooked over time. Yes you can replace just the pulley, but you'd soon start throwing belts, especially when wet like going through puddles etc. You can replace the assembly of course or install the aftermarket problem solver kit Gates manufactures. It changes the belt geometry and uses a different tensioner and belt altogether to combat the issue. It's quite spendy, but well worth it for better piece of mind.
So why were you charging it with can upside down?
Vapour charge and liquid charge rule doesn't apply on this Can?
My friends Plymouth voyager makes the exact same noise while running, I was wondering what was causing it
where is the transmission repair?
I  use toothpaste to clean my headlights. It really work.
Hey Eric. What brand are those quick connect fittings for your gauge set. I was in the market to buy some and would like to find a good set.
Hey bro. Looking forward to the Meet and greet. Just an FYI on this van. They sell an updated tensioner and belt (I think it is made by goodyear?). The belt will have ribs on both sides and instead of being a smooth tensioner pulley, it is also ribbed. These were notoriously noisy belts, even with a new factory tensioner and belt. Go with the aftermarket set.
Great job Eric.