Corolla AC questions

My fiance's Corolla was recently repaired after a front hit which necessitated replacement of the condenser. I've messed around with AC systems before and am aware that I can get one of those quickie refill cans... but I want to be a bit more thorough. So bear with me as this is not my car and I don't have a manual. I'm trying to do this as cheaply as possible cause guess whose pockets it might hit?

1. How much freon till fill up from empty?


2. I know the quickie refills have oil, but how much additional oil (PAG?) will I need to add? (Remember, the condenser which usually holds a portion of the oil has been replaced but the compressor was not replaced)


3. How imperative is system evac, can I get away without doing it?


4. Can I get away with not replacing the receiver-drier? (I've heard baking it for a short while in an oven can restore the dessicant)

Thanks in advance... ToyoLuv

Reply 1 : Corolla AC questions

You must do a full evac of the system after a repair like that, dont use the quickie cans. It takes 1.06 lbs.

Reply 2 : Corolla AC questions

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Originally Posted by mikered30 You must do a full evac of the system after a repair like that, dont use the quickie cans. It takes 1.06 lbs.

Thanks, any idea how much oil?