eh9deux

So as the title states, my AC lost its charge after about a month after recharging it.
I used one of those cans from Autozone that have the little guage connected to it and being the impatient person I am, I didn't pull a vacuum before charging it.
Could this be why the charge was lost? Or could it be something else?
I'm going to clean the condenser first and my dad has one of those professional grade leak detectors that I'm gonna use to check the lines and compressor.
If all goes well, I'll properly recharge it again. Let me know what you guys think and if you have any tips let me know

CrAzE191st

im leaning towards a leak

strategy400

Could be because you didn't pull a vacuum there is moisture/contamination in the system and that has plugged up the expansion valve.

Or a leak.

In any case if it has been completely discharged it is probably contaminated and needs a new receiver/dryer and pull a vacuum to boil out the moisture most likely.

Also if it is under/overcharged the compressor might not kick on.

eh9deux

Well, today I turned on the ac to full blast and the compressor was spinning. If that helps....

MonkeyBoy7805

Make sure you have all your hi-lo tube bolts tighten also. Sometimes they become loose. Sometimes.

PushnFords

Probably a leak. Get a loaner vacuum pump and full gauge set from an auto parts store and use that to recharge and leak test. Doesn't cost anything and it'll be done right.

eh9deux

Yep. My dad works for a company called Air Liquide (industrial gas company) so he has all those tools. Save me some money. haha.

eh9deux

Well, it turns out that it wasn't a leak at all.
The climate control cable slipped off under the glove box so it was stuck somewhere between hot and cold.
I turned it all the way left and put the cable back on.
Its cold but not icy cold like I'd luck....but it'll do for now. I'm relieved it wasn't a leak. :D