Very cool video. My neighbor has a Traverse, and we bought a block off kit off of Amazon. It blocks the high and low pressure lines in the engine bay by the firewall. The ac in the back no longer works but cold ac is flowing from the front.
@tishaandino
4 жыл бұрын
Listen, I just want to say I appreciate you for even posting this work. I am dealing with the same exact issue. About to order the piece you suggested to get the job done.
@arturorodriguez7060
4 жыл бұрын
Same thing happened to my Buick Enclave I ended up just splicing that part with a splicing kit bought off Amazon less then 50$ saved me a hell of money & work same hole...JS
@tishaandino
4 жыл бұрын
I’m debating if i want to buy that part he said or go with your suggestions
@thegreatkingscorpion
4 жыл бұрын
What you used to cover the hole up with
@edwardoughm
3 жыл бұрын
What's the part you ordered by chance? Thanks
@justinmurdent4618
3 жыл бұрын
Didn't work for me had to buy hose wastes 40bucks
@cfleming29cf
3 жыл бұрын
Good to see an honest mechanic these days .
@Personalized_Workshop
3 ай бұрын
Very good video. I’m hoping the issue isn’t the same with power steering line rubbing a hole in the rear lines…. But, I’m also now expecting that’s what I’ll find. Grateful for this video.
@cbpuzzle
24 күн бұрын
It's in an impossible place, but some well bonded Alumiweld might seal that up perfect.
@mariansanchez7939
4 жыл бұрын
I wish u were in Cali my 2011 traverse is giving me a.c problems already replaced the discharge line and the expansion value
@db4381
3 жыл бұрын
Exact problem on our 09 traverse, thank you for the insight 👍 damn gm😡
@robsnook4512
3 жыл бұрын
lol same on my 2011
@licknshtickit2798
7 ай бұрын
Great job. Forgive me if I ask this question but would it be possible to mix some 5 minute epoxy and apply it to the indent of the tubing where the hole is and wait for it to set up a little and then wrap it with hockey tape or something to hold the epoxy in place as it sets? Or even bondo? Just a thought.
@Steve4x4
7 ай бұрын
It's possible yes.. but for how long? Freon will leak though aged AC hoses. Also. What about the heat/cold cycles? Soo yes it's possible. But for me I wouldn't trust it.
@dangerousmecanicsautomotiv8130
3 жыл бұрын
Why not cut that long ass line into pieces while it’s still on the vehicle and just pull the pieces out. it’s just a suggestion. It would have been nice to have seen a glimpse of that new AC hose installed to see if it has to follow the exact same route of the AC line or does it just run straight.??? Good video. Thanks for sharing.
@Steve4x4
3 жыл бұрын
Yes my son doing the video-ing. I mentioned he should have got a better shot. I left it in place cause 1, extra time it would have taken ment more money to customer. Also that then made it easier to zip tie the lines in place. And yes followed the original pathway.
@FernandoSanchez-xu1vd
4 ай бұрын
Do you mind posting the link to the part or other parts that would also work for this job?
@Steve4x4
4 ай бұрын
I did that job a few years ago. Best I can tell you is look up AC Solutions.
@pongagt
23 күн бұрын
Do you know if 2016 has the same problem. OMG i just heard you answer the question. That is Crazy. Thanks for the video.
@Steve4x4
23 күн бұрын
@@pongagt I don't know for sure. But I think it's a different generation. You/I would like to think that GM would have fixed that.
@pongagt
23 күн бұрын
@@Steve4x4 Yeah if they knew about it by then.
@Steve4x4
23 күн бұрын
@@pongagt I'm a tiny shop. Very low volume. If I knee about it. The dealers knee about it.
@pongagt
23 күн бұрын
@@Steve4x4 I hear you. The engineers should be aware of long term interference issue like that too.
@pongagt
23 күн бұрын
@@Steve4x4 My friend's front ac is still working so his rear line or orifice tube is probably blocked. His actuator seems to be working judging by what he told me.
@jose2throwed
2 жыл бұрын
Hey what would be your suggestion for the heater lines? Just 5/8 heater hose with the doorman hose clamps and some hose clamps?
@desmondholliman1
3 ай бұрын
He’s good I wish someone would work my ac like this no one where I am is even close
@genesisfelix9026
2 жыл бұрын
Im getting charged 700 to replace this? Is this a good price?
@Steve4x4
2 жыл бұрын
I cant answer that with any truth. I don't know what the labor time they are quoting. If that estimate includes the Cool Solutions Kit, then Id say yes. But if it's 700 for just labor. then Id have to say no. Keep in mind I did this 2 years ago. The economy has changed a lot since then.
@j.onofre6613
2 жыл бұрын
I use jb weld and work fine. I don't have to remove the whole line.
@asid731
2 жыл бұрын
Is it still holding up?
@gagejohnson7391
Ай бұрын
How do you get to rear expansion valve?
@Steve4x4
Ай бұрын
@@gagejohnson7391 you have to remove the rear wheel, the inner wheel well liner... evac the whole AC system. Disconnect the rear AC lines at the rear unit. Then you have access to the rear thermal expansion valve. When doing do make sure all the O-rings are replaced with correct type and size. It unbolts from the rear evaporator.
@albertoiniguez317
Жыл бұрын
Hey I have a question about doing this on my traverse. Is it necessary to change the ac dryer as well after changing the lines out?
@Steve4x4
Жыл бұрын
The dryer has moisture absorbing material in it. So anytime the AC is open, the dryer is trying to absorb the moisture in the air. U can imagine there is only so much it can absorb. Moisture inside an AC system will greatly reduce its efficiency and effectiveness. Which is why AC systems have a "dryer". Do u have change it? No. But you run the risk of the AC not being as cold as it could be. Esp if the system has been open to the atmosphere for any duration of time. An argument can be made that the moisture could cause accelerated wear on the compressor too.
@Vmartin70EZ
4 жыл бұрын
Any news on having Chevy issuing a recall on this expensive repair mine has a hole in the back area by the rear tire just where the low pressure line bends upward the wheel well does one have to sue the dealer to get a recall issued?
@Steve4x4
4 жыл бұрын
Recalls are only done when its a safety issue. Defective AC wil not harm occupants. Sorry.
@Vmartin70EZ
4 жыл бұрын
@@Steve4x4 we have to change that I was driving back from taking my wife to gas up the vehicle and purchase groceries while "social distancing" is hot and humid and started to rain heavily I closed the windows to protect the switches for the windows and rear side mirrors controls from water damage. once I did that foggy windows big time! and I am in the middle of traffic a semi is right on my tail I cant see through the fogged windows I was blind ! but I am a local this happened in Pilsen I know the area slowed and pulled over after the bridge before 18th Street and Ashland with ac this situation would have never happened because ac prevents foggy windows....you see where I'm going?...you know next time it gets hot and muggy in your area with heavy rains close the windows do not turn your ac....once the windows get foggy try surviving it!..do not cheat ...do it for 5 mins. do not panic!!!!
@Steve4x4
4 жыл бұрын
I can appreciate that senierio. However, in GM's eyes, and NTHSA, you could have easily wiped down the windows. Also what about cars that didn't come with AC, what did they do? Same thing just wiped the glass. A recall is only about an issue that is a genuine safety issue. Like a possibility of fire. Or Engine stalling at speed. Or like the latest recall on Toyota Prius, a suspension component failure that can lead to a crash that is unavoidable. I understand what your saying though. GM should have done better to protect the AC lines when they built that vehicle.
@Vmartin70EZ
4 жыл бұрын
@@Steve4x4 the Chevy in question is a 2012 manufactured according to the safety standards of that year we are not talking about any classic American model vehicle from the period of the 30's to 60's Classic Models back in time is a recent model 2012 they should have no AC problems in 8 years of driving!...its an American Made Vehicle!
@Explorer6433
3 жыл бұрын
Steve, great video. I have a leak in the rear lines of my 2012 Traverse. I have dye leaking back by the rear tire. My question is, if I buy a rear line block off kit instead, will the ac still blow through the rear vents from the front? I am thinking I can just forgo the rear controls and only use the front dash controls, but I am wondering if this will mean ac only blows from the front vents?
@Steve4x4
3 жыл бұрын
I cant answer that question with any honesty. I dont know what the line block off is. If the rear AC lines are actually blocked off. There will no zero cold air from the rear vents
@SEBA_RANKS
2 жыл бұрын
What's the size of that line that is broken? I got the same problem but I just going to put a line splicer, and I want to make sure the size of the plicer the i need
@Steve4x4
2 жыл бұрын
I have no idea what the size of the line is. My best suggestion is get a caliper from harbor freight to measure it.
@djoravec3455
2 жыл бұрын
What were the symptoms for you to complete this work? My front ac works, rear only gets as cold as outside temperature. Why doesn’t the the whole system lose all Freon if there is a leak?
@Steve4x4
2 жыл бұрын
The symptom was no AC at all. You might have a slow leak and havnt loss enough freon to effect the whole system. There could be a faulty expansion valve at the rear evaporator. Unless you know what your doing, Ac is something that should be done by a professional. Especially diagnostics.
@djoravec3455
2 жыл бұрын
@@Steve4x4 Yeah I have realized that I need professional help. At first I thought it was the blend door actuator but it just didn't seem to fit the description of what the blend door does for temperatures. When I got the vehicle the front blend door was bad for the passenger, I was hoping it would be the same for the back but I'm afraid not.
@hipolitovalladaresmartinez8634
Жыл бұрын
Hola amigo. Agradezco la información que proporcionas en tus videos. De ser posible puedas ayudarme, tengo una BUICK ENCLAVE 2011, y el evaporador de atrás avienta aire caliente, ya chequé todo y me da resultado positivo, que puede ser, me puedes orientar Gracias, recibe cordial saludo desde el bello Puerto de Tampico Tamaulipas México.
@Steve4x4
Жыл бұрын
Hello, I dont speak Spanish. So I had to translate your text. If the front is cold. But the rear is not. Then I would expect the rear expansion valve is faulty, low charge of freon/refrigerant, or a restriction at the rear evaporator. Good luck!
@Vex-the-destroyer
2 жыл бұрын
So the hole in my line is a little bit on the bigger side.... As I can fit the tip of my Pinky in it..... And I don't have $400 the put into the line. Would it be "ok" to cut out the hole and put rubber braided hose with hose clamps?
@Steve4x4
2 жыл бұрын
Would it be ok? No.. is it possible yes.. but remember it has to beable to hole 300psi(average 225psi) if on the high pressure side
@Vex-the-destroyer
2 жыл бұрын
@@Steve4x4 Well I definitely appreciate the information I think I'm just going to order the block off kit for now. Again thank you
@guerramundial9868
2 жыл бұрын
Great job.
@Mustangfrett1
3 жыл бұрын
Which line had the hole in it?
@almightiej
3 жыл бұрын
what to do when aluminum part is stuck to aluminum? on my ford transit connect the discharge hose connection to the condenser is stuck. do you know how i can get it off?
@Steve4x4
3 жыл бұрын
This is a vague question. Is the system discharged? Is the system under vacuum? Are tools required to do the disconnection? When the system in evacuated (no freon) it can be put in a vacuum and thus it's hard but not impossible to disconnect the tubes. But that is assuming you are using the proper tool (if one is required example ford's sometimes use a spring lock connection that requires a special tool to disconnect it)
@almightiej
3 жыл бұрын
@@Steve4x4 That part leaked all the freon out. I'm just trying to replace the hose. It's connected by bolt and nut. The mating surface corroded together severely and won't separate.
@Steve4x4
3 жыл бұрын
@@almightiej try some AC oil (that's spec for your AC system), and see if that can help work them loose. I've never had any lines that would never separate. All I can say is take a step back for a min. Then try again.
@Ifp154
4 жыл бұрын
Could an aluminum brazing rod have filled the pin hole and saved the removal of all that line?
@justinmurdent4618
3 жыл бұрын
If that rubber line is zip tied to the heater lines will it melt the rubber?
@Steve4x4
3 жыл бұрын
I dont think so.. at most the coolant can get 230degrees... under normal conditions ur looking about 215degrees. And when driving there's cooling air under the car.
@justinmurdent4618
3 жыл бұрын
@@Steve4x4 ok ya I just put mine in and zip tied it to the heater lines the whole way down. Majority of it has that rubber protector around it but on the ends it don't like by the rear tire, hopefully it be alright I guess. It's a expensive mistake if it don't. Waiting to see if shop able to do pressure test and refill now! Hopefully it was only leak. Ac sucks fix one find another leak. But thanks for this video! It definitely helped! 450 is better then over a 1000 to have some one put in the aluminum lines
@kendallcharity9472
Жыл бұрын
I’m having this exact issue with my 2011 Traverse. Do you know the name of the hose? I would like to compare the price from the factory style part and the alternative you used.
@Steve4x4
Жыл бұрын
I did this job a while ago. If you look in the Description.. there is a link to what I used. Bought from Amazon.
@Steve4x4
Жыл бұрын
It's been a while since I did this job. Look in the description there is a link to Amazon that is the product I used .
@kendallcharity9472
Жыл бұрын
I was curious if you knew the name of the original part. What name donI use to check the price of the original price to compare the two.
@Steve4x4
Жыл бұрын
Honestly I don't know the offical name. U will have to discuss with the dealer. Just ask for the high side and low side AC lines for the rear AC. You won't find them in the aftermarket. (At least I couldn't when I did this job)
@NgelR
4 жыл бұрын
Hi just a question, do the rear AC unit have a water drain or it use the same front one?
@Steve4x4
4 жыл бұрын
It would have its own.
@justinmurdent4618
3 жыл бұрын
Where did u get this part, just want to get right one
@Steve4x4
3 жыл бұрын
I put a link in the description to the exact one that I bought from Amazon.
@asid731
2 жыл бұрын
How much labor should one charge for this job?
@Steve4x4
2 жыл бұрын
It's kinda of a custom install. So it will vary on the skill, know-how, and u the customer's agreement how much of a factory install you want it to look. I think I took me about 3 hrs but it was my first times and made a video out of it.
@asid731
2 жыл бұрын
@@Steve4x4 ok thanks for the reply
@myeagles8896
3 жыл бұрын
I got the same problem with my 2010 im about to splice the line where the hole is
@db4381
3 жыл бұрын
Im looking at splice kits now, going to try the same
@SEBA_RANKS
2 жыл бұрын
@@db4381 did it work?
@db4381
2 жыл бұрын
@@SEBA_RANKS apparently i got the wrong size fitting.... ended up trading in that boat anchor
@ccthompson2790
2 жыл бұрын
How much would you charge for the labor on something like this??
@Steve4x4
2 жыл бұрын
I charged 4hrs labor. But this job isn't in any labor guide. So someone who hasn't done this before may charge 5 or 6hrs.
@j.onofre6613
2 жыл бұрын
Money not hours..
@smoove1162
4 жыл бұрын
Where do i get the hose from
@Steve4x4
4 жыл бұрын
this is the hose assembly I used in the video www.amazon.com/dp/B06XB1ZQB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FOL9EbZC5QR1A
@trendkilla254
4 жыл бұрын
Name of the replacement hose and where you got it
@Steve4x4
4 жыл бұрын
This is what I used. Also in the video I posted an image of the card that came in the kit. www.amazon.com/dp/B06XB1ZQB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FOL9EbZC5QR1A
@hardypanchal
2 жыл бұрын
Most useless video ever. U didnt show any of the connection locations that are specific to this car
@Steve4x4
2 жыл бұрын
If you read the comments you would find it was a very useful video. Besides if you were really looking in a video for the AC connections.. then you you shouldn't be working on AC. BUT .. I will thank you for watching my video. Adding to the money I make from it.
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