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Sep 24, 2013 | 09:08 AM

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gualtira

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A/C leak

I noticed oil accumulating on the plastic pan under the A/C compressor. Is this a common problem and are there any fixes other than a compressor replacement?

Sep 24, 2013 | 09:40 AM

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onehundred80

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Re: A/C leak

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Originally Posted by gualtira

I noticed oil accumulating on the plastic pan under the A/C compressor. Is this a common problem and are there any fixes other than a compressor replacement?

Are you sure that it is not engine oil?

Sep 24, 2013 | 09:45 AM

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gualtira

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Re: A/C leak

It is directly below the compressor across about a 1 foot area. It looks as if the compressor is flinging oil. When I get a chance I will thoroughly clean the area and recheck.

Sep 24, 2013 | 10:04 AM

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dtinker

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Re: A/C leak

Sounds like either a hose, joint, or seal leak. All can be fixed, but it may be much easier to replace comprssor if it is a seal. Hose leak is a hose leak. Replace hose solve problem.