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Car Air Conditioner Compressor Oil Indicator is Empty, Here’s How to Check & Overcome It

10 April 2025
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Recognizing the signs of a depleted car AC compressor oil can prevent an increase in cabin temperature from becoming too hot. As is known, the AC compressor oil serves as a lubricant for the AC compressor so that the AC components can work optimally in cooling the temperature inside the cabin. 

After this, we will discuss in depth the signs that you can recognize when the car AC compressor oil is depleted along with how to check and address it. Here is the complete review.

Signs of Depleted Car AC Compressor Oil

There are several signs that you can recognize when the car AC compressor oil is depleted. Here are the complete signs.

1. Strong vibrations and noise when the compressor operates

When the car AC compressor oil is depleted, signs such as vibrations and loud noises will appear when the compressor operates. This condition is due to the AC components receiving insufficient lubrication, causing excessive friction between components.

2. Compressor temperature rises quickly

Depleted compressor oil can also cause the compressor temperature to rise quickly. This occurs because the compressor is forced to work harder than usual.

3. AC system does not produce cold air and emits an unpleasant odor

Depleted compressor oil can cause the AC cooling system to not function properly. This condition can lead to the AC system not being able to produce cold air. If left unchecked, an unpleasant odor will emerge when the AC is turned on. This happens because the compressor temperature continues to rise and the friction between AC components is too great, as well as the air circulation in the cabin being obstructed.

4. Poor car performance

Depleted AC compressor oil also impacts the car's performance, making it less powerful and sluggish. 

How to Check Car AC Compressor Oil

To determine whether your car AC compressor oil is depleted or not, you can pay attention to the following steps.

1. Perform freon evacuation

The first step you need to take when checking the condition of the AC compressor oil is to perform a freon evacuation by lifting the compressor part. Don't forget to turn or rotate the compressor oil so that it can spill out easily. 

2. Use an AC Manifold

The second step, you need to prepare an AC manifold as a pressure measuring tool for the AC if you intend to replace the compressor oil. The AC manifold will help you determine the condition of the compressor oil, whether it is still usable or not. 

Read Also : How to Safely and Practically Maintain Car AC Freon!

How to Address Depleted Car AC Compressor Oil

When the car AC compressor oil is depleted, you can take several steps to address the issue. Here are the complete methods.

1. Refill the AC compressor oil

The right solution to address depleted AC compressor oil is to refill the compressor oil. The methods are as follows.

  • First, you can refill the depleted AC compressor oil through the inlet hole.
  • Second, you can use a manifold gauge to refill the compressor oil. Make sure that the vacuum process is complete before you refill. The next step, open the cap (seal) and manifold hose, then proceed with the oil refill process. After refilling, close the hose and manifold seal to prevent contamination from dust and dirt. 
  • Third, you can use an R3 AC tool as a compressor oil suction device.

2. Visit the nearest Daihatsu workshop

If you feel less skilled in checking and refilling the AC compressor oil on your own, you can visit the nearest Daihatsu workshop for servicing. At the Daihatsu workshop, all your car problems can be addressed well. Because, the AC compressor oil used is original and of high quality and handled by professional experts. 

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