You are correct. Air in the system. But the system is a closed system, which means air was introduced from a part that is leaking. You cannot remove the air without fixing the leak. Mine was a condenser leak. But there are a few different ac parts that can cause this. Find your leak, get your system pressure tested or color dye tested to confirm, replace part, refill ac refrigerant. But find a way that will work for you and save you money.
Had the same issue on my 2016 grand Cherokee summit . Had it to the shop 3 times and they replaced the condenser and didn’t fix it…. Couldn’t spend any more $$$$$ on professionals to guess what the problem is so I used a smoke machine from amazon the I paid about $100 for and connected it to the low pressure side and surprise!!! The AC compressor had a leak behind the clutch…. Easy replacement and took it to a nice guy to pressure test and refill the system. No more issues…
My 2019 Grand Cherokee is making the same noise. I’ve taken it in 4 times and no one can figure it out. They even wrote it up as “ Customer states AC sounds like Darth Vader”
Definitely something behind the dashboard. They don’t wanna have to take the dashboard out just for a $100 diagnosis fee or for free to look for the problem. I’m almost 100% sure it’s the ducts being partially blocked aka closed from blend door problem. It will hiss. If that happens Your ac or heat won’t be working their best.
I don't understand that people don't spend 70€ for an AC check and full airco I don't only need antique or fluids but also hidroliq oil also has to be filled for your pump and good lubrication function this can save you a lot of money Mvg Fernando
Mine was doing that, then would stop, then start again. I got barely cold air. That hissing is so loud too like a HUGE leak. Was low over a pound on refrigerant and was leaking at the compressor and schrader valves. Once it was filled and the leak fixed it no longer does it and A/C runs normal. I knew it had something to do with the charge, when it's low on charge the evaporator can ice up, the refrigerant can turn to liquid instead of vapor - all sorts of odd things. Mine started hissing like that even when I was still getting cold air BTW, but got more and more often as the charge fell. Chrysler uses a TXV valve system like house A/C's, so maybe it has something to do with the refrigerant metering? Dunno. For a mechanic to explain I guess - just passing along my experience with my Chrysler 300 (same A/C system as Charger/Challenger).
There is a leak somewhere. Mechanics will put a UV dye in your system and can check with a light at a later time to identify the source of the leak. It could be be coming from anywhere
Had the same issue at 30K miles with my 2014 Citadel. Dealer replaced the compressor/condenser under warranty ($3600) and it fixed the issue. Now at 77K miles and seven years later it has started again. Luckily its still under warranty for 120K miles.
This should be a recall issue it’s really common on Jeep dodge Chrysler most of the videos I seen is always the ac and the cam shaft going out on these vehicles and both repairs are crazy expensive Jeep dodge Chrysler have to do better this been going on for years
Camshaft/ lifter issues are known on both chevy and chrysler.. need to upgrade to 6.1/6.4 springs, lifters depending on generation of hemi.. i use srt viper oil filter with higher oil psi relief on all hemis, but especially to help prevent 5.7 hemi camshaft issues
At 40k miles the dealer fixed it out of warranty and it was a bad air compressor. Dealer said big job and common issue. im at 80k now and it just happened again....
@@AlexsRTLife Yea I tried fixing with refrigerant refill but it runs out so quick and is back to blowing hot air and the gage reads 0. I’m wondering if it’s a hose. Hope it isn’t the compressor. Not sure if it’s worth buying another can of freon but the one with the Dye inside to detect where the leak is to assess the problem and maybe see if it is a hose or a compressor issue. Or I just wait and take it to the shop to have them take care of it
@@AlexsRTLife 2017 Toyota Camry btw so shouldn’t be normal for cars like this. Probably a major leak somewhere or not sure if pressures are off but otherwise i’m thinking of just going to the shop and having them check it out
This is the exact same issue I'm having on a 2013 durango. Even same issue you have when sitting on idle it's more noticeable, but when driving its very quiet. I'll update about remedy just incase it's different problem other than a condenser, compressor or hose.
Mine as well. 2013 Durango. Recharging the ac only lasts a few days but hear the same sound when I turn it on. When the ac is no longer cold (refrigerant has all leaked out), the sound stops. Fixing other issues at the moment so I'll get to the ac issue soon lol
@warhawk813 it was my condenser. I suggest buying the part and taking elsewhere other than the dealership for repair. But the hissing is gone and the ac is blowing snow again.
2021 Chevy traverse doing this. I have had it filled with freon which takes 38oz of that 1233yf (expensive). After a week its empty. The shop can not find a leak which is crazy.
I don't understand that people don't spend 70€ for an AC check and full airco I don't only need antique or fluids but also hidroliq oil also has to be filled for your pump and good lubrication function this can save you a lot of money Mvg Fernando
Had AC issues with my 2014 grand Cherokee every single year after buying it...Whatever they do at the dealership to fix it is a patch and the same issue happens again the following year. This year it's working for the first time ever, I changed the ac compressor last year so that might have fixed it.
Whole Process to Fix it ? what ?? Buying the Wrong Fill Connector and Wrong Refridgerant -- "Not" Fixing The Problem and Hoping For The Best ? I post the problems and fails on my vehicle and take you through the whole process to fix! Take us through the Process.. Ive Been Looking For A video about this Hissing and failed AC. Finally !! Someone Showing us The Entire Process + Possible Mistakes to avoid ... Just a Recharge a Leaking System Nevermind the Hissing.. hope for the Best. Meh Maybe Do your Research "After the Fact, Go buy and try to Fill your vehicle's HVAC system with the wrong kind of refrigerant before you read about it and see what your vehicle actually takes. absolutely brilliant that's the entire process how to fix it, well done thank you very informative, time well spent :-)
2018 Durango R/T --- I have the exact same issue. Took it to dealer they are saying is the condenser, quoted $1200. Im taking it to a local A/C Repair shop tomorrow to quote. the part is $479 Mopar so lets see
I started to have the exact same problem with my 2015 durango RT. I went to several mechanics last week and they told me that the condenser has to be replaced. It has several leaks on it and it's $1000 to do the recharge and to replace the condenser.
Having this issue in 2021 Grand Cherokee. Literally just got it back from the dealership. Said it was bad cabin air filter that allowed debris into the blower fan. It isn’t. Not fixed. Ugh.
2016 Mazda 3 just shy of 185K started doing this today 😢 when it first started it was blowing cold air but hissing, after about 20 minutes the air got hot and won’t cool down. I just had my Freon levels checked a few months ago and it was full. I’m guessing it’s a busted hose somewhere. Taking it to the shop on Tuesday 🤞🏻 mine hisses when I’m driving as well as idling but if I turn the ac off and just blow air it doesn’t do it.
Is your problem fixed, having same problem Mazda 2016 CX3, when AC is on wierd noise comes , noise settles down when car in motion. Not sure if compressor is culprit.
@@aloktechie7981 negative 😢 can’t remember what the exact part they told me to replace but it’s something in the dash. It has a nasty Freon leak leaked all its Freon in about 4 days. Dealership quoted me 2300 to fix which is more than I owe on the car. Will drive this one a bit longer but I’m thinking on getting another Mazda soon. Mines almost at 192k miles so it’s had a good life
Hi there, did you managed to find actual issue, is it the compressor or condensor or evaporator or something else ??? Please let me know Mazda CX3 is giving same shit to me know
My 2021 Cherokee is doing the same thing. I wish I would of saw this video before spending damn near 70 bucks on a 134a can with the adapter that doesn’t fit. Ugh. No other video mentioned that! So thanks but to late for me. Did you ever find out what the problem was ?
@@AlexsRTLife I think I see green refrigerant all over the radiator. The engine coolant is a orange color. So I’m thinking there is a hole somewhere or hose it’s leaking from. It’s a lease also. Nothing but problems with these jeep cherokees for some reason
From the looks of it, adding Freon is a temporary fix, and the actual fix is replacing the condenser? I have a 2019 jeep grand Cherokee with 34,000 miles and it recently started doing it
@@rraymond4912 Went to the dealership. They couldn't find a leak. They added the refrigerant, and it's been running strong for 3 weeks. Paid dealership prices of course, which sucked. Luckily it was only that, instead of the $2000 minimum through the dealership for the condenser. Still forked over $500. Damn crooks. I did check for leaks, which there wasnt. However, I wasn't able to verify the condenser behind the dash though. I rolled the dice and got lucky. Now my Camaro is blowing hot air now. Never ends.
I have the exact issue going and today I noticed refrigerant splatter down near the bottom of the radiator. There was a very small amount but it’s definitely there. My a/c actually blows just as cold as it ever did, so I’m a little confused, but my appointment is on Monday. Will update if I don’t hear anything before that. Good luck!
Hey I have a 2017 dodge durango and ac has this hissing sound that is driving me crazy.I top up on the refrigerant and it started blowing cold but after a few weeks its not cold anymore and the sound continues.
I have the same problem with my 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee.. I get the hissing at idle and when I turn on/ off the AC. Did anyone figure out the problem?
@@AlexsRTLife it happens in my car as well and in a few forums it’s mentioned that it’s because of bad expansion valve. And it could also be because of the refrigerant not being in liquid state while going inside the evaporator. If the refrigerator enters the evaporator in gaseous state, the whooshing sounds could basically be the from the gas passing through the metal tubing of the evaporator
@@10percent48 I’m 100% positive that’s your evaporator core you can hear the hissing you could also hear it through the vents usually those crack and have a leak
@@JayKay-k2v I have a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and this same issue started like 3 weeks ago. Dealership said its a leak in the evaporator and that I needed to replace it. They quoted me $3,900 for parts and Labor because the entire dashboard has to come off and the steering wheel. I am reading more and more that this is a known issue with Jeeps. SMH
I am glad you got more people watching ur stuff . I enjoy the channel I used to have the r/t . I subscribed to your content like how tell people step by step how to do things take care.
@@jeromesmith1612 chainged the ac condenser and both pressure valves that noise comes when its low on freon there’s a small leak somewhere took it to a local shop and they put a liquid dy on the ac system and they found a very very small leak
From what I’ve learned there may be air in the system. You can rent to tool or take it to a shop and have them remove all the air from the system.
You are correct. Air in the system. But the system is a closed system, which means air was introduced from a part that is leaking. You cannot remove the air without fixing the leak. Mine was a condenser leak. But there are a few different ac parts that can cause this. Find your leak, get your system pressure tested or color dye tested to confirm, replace part, refill ac refrigerant. But find a way that will work for you and save you money.
@@unlistedvideo2164 Did you do it yourself or have a shop do it for you and if you don't mine me asking what was the price tag for everything.
Can this happen after a condenser replacement?
@@AlexsRTLife take a Compressor
Had the same issue on my 2016 grand Cherokee summit . Had it to the shop 3 times and they replaced the condenser and didn’t fix it…. Couldn’t spend any more $$$$$ on professionals to guess what the problem is so I used a smoke machine from amazon the I paid about $100 for and connected it to the low pressure side and surprise!!! The AC compressor had a leak behind the clutch…. Easy replacement and took it to a nice guy to pressure test and refill the system. No more issues…
My 2019 Grand Cherokee is making the same noise. I’ve taken it in 4 times and no one can figure it out. They even wrote it up as “ Customer states AC sounds like Darth Vader”
Hello did you find out what the issue was? Im having the same noice
Hey did you find a solution my vehicle is the same year and has the same problem?
Definitely something behind the dashboard. They don’t wanna have to take the dashboard out just for a $100 diagnosis fee or for free to look for the problem. I’m almost 100% sure it’s the ducts being partially blocked aka closed from blend door problem. It will hiss. If that happens Your ac or heat won’t be working their best.
I don't understand that people don't spend 70€ for an AC check and full airco I don't only need antique or fluids but also hidroliq oil also has to be filled for your pump and good lubrication function this can save you a lot of money Mvg Fernando
Mine was doing that, then would stop, then start again. I got barely cold air. That hissing is so loud too like a HUGE leak. Was low over a pound on refrigerant and was leaking at the compressor and schrader valves. Once it was filled and the leak fixed it no longer does it and A/C runs normal. I knew it had something to do with the charge, when it's low on charge the evaporator can ice up, the refrigerant can turn to liquid instead of vapor - all sorts of odd things. Mine started hissing like that even when I was still getting cold air BTW, but got more and more often as the charge fell. Chrysler uses a TXV valve system like house A/C's, so maybe it has something to do with the refrigerant metering? Dunno. For a mechanic to explain I guess - just passing along my experience with my Chrysler 300 (same A/C system as Charger/Challenger).
There is a leak somewhere. Mechanics will put a UV dye in your system and can check with a light at a later time to identify the source of the leak. It could be be coming from anywhere
Had the same issue at 30K miles with my 2014 Citadel. Dealer replaced the compressor/condenser under warranty ($3600) and it fixed the issue. Now at 77K miles and seven years later it has started again. Luckily its still under warranty for 120K miles.
Lol a compressor and condenser is like 400 bucks
Yep. Not at a dealer though
This should be a recall issue it’s really common on Jeep dodge Chrysler most of the videos I seen is always the ac and the cam shaft going out on these vehicles and both repairs are crazy expensive Jeep dodge Chrysler have to do better this been going on for years
Camshaft/ lifter issues are known on both chevy and chrysler.. need to upgrade to 6.1/6.4 springs, lifters depending on generation of hemi.. i use srt viper oil filter with higher oil psi relief on all hemis, but especially to help prevent 5.7 hemi camshaft issues
At 40k miles the dealer fixed it out of warranty and it was a bad air compressor. Dealer said big job and common issue. im at 80k now and it just happened again....
Same thing is happening to me. But filling the refrigerant only lasts for a day so there’s a much bigger problem
Mine still blows colds even weeks after refrigerant recharge but it’s still hissing. I’ll be posting a video whenever I get it diagnosed and fixed
@@AlexsRTLife Yea I tried fixing with refrigerant refill but it runs out so quick and is back to blowing hot air and the gage reads 0. I’m wondering if it’s a hose. Hope it isn’t the compressor. Not sure if it’s worth buying another can of freon but the one with the Dye inside to detect where the leak is to assess the problem and maybe see if it is a hose or a compressor issue. Or I just wait and take it to the shop to have them take care of it
@@AlexsRTLife 2017 Toyota Camry btw so shouldn’t be normal for cars like this. Probably a major leak somewhere or not sure if pressures are off but otherwise i’m thinking of just going to the shop and having them check it out
@@AlexsRTLife did you ever get that hissing diagnosed? My Jeep makes the same exact sound
I haven’t, I been procrastinating since it’s still blowing cold. Imma go ahead soon and get it diagnosed
This is the exact same issue I'm having on a 2013 durango. Even same issue you have when sitting on idle it's more noticeable, but when driving its very quiet. I'll update about remedy just incase it's different problem other than a condenser, compressor or hose.
Mine as well. 2013 Durango. Recharging the ac only lasts a few days but hear the same sound when I turn it on. When the ac is no longer cold (refrigerant has all leaked out), the sound stops. Fixing other issues at the moment so I'll get to the ac issue soon lol
@warhawk813 it was my condenser. I suggest buying the part and taking elsewhere other than the dealership for repair. But the hissing is gone and the ac is blowing snow again.
If it didn't stop after you recharged then you might want to get a new expansion valve.
2021 Chevy traverse doing this. I have had it filled with freon which takes 38oz of that 1233yf (expensive). After a week its empty. The shop can not find a leak which is crazy.
It's DEFINITELY A LEAK
It usually means a leak in the condenser, or a bad compressor, valve or evaporator. Usually means warm air coming out too.
I had this problem and it was the high pressure hose leaking. My AC works perfectly now and the noise is gone.
I don't understand that people don't spend 70€ for an AC check and full airco I don't only need antique or fluids but also hidroliq oil also has to be filled for your pump and good lubrication function this can save you a lot of money Mvg Fernando
Had AC issues with my 2014 grand Cherokee every single year after buying it...Whatever they do at the dealership to fix it is a patch and the same issue happens again the following year. This year it's working for the first time ever, I changed the ac compressor last year so that might have fixed it.
Happened to me and my condenser was leaking after I replaced it it went away
Whole Process to Fix it ?
what ??
Buying the Wrong Fill Connector and Wrong Refridgerant --
"Not" Fixing The Problem and Hoping For The Best ?
I post the problems and fails on my vehicle and take you through the whole process to fix!
Take us through the Process..
Ive Been Looking For A video about this Hissing and failed AC.
Finally !! Someone Showing us The Entire Process + Possible Mistakes to avoid ...
Just a Recharge a Leaking System
Nevermind the Hissing..
hope for the Best.
Meh
Maybe Do your Research "After the Fact, Go buy and try to Fill your vehicle's HVAC system with the wrong kind of refrigerant before you read about it and see what your vehicle actually takes.
absolutely brilliant that's the entire process how to fix it, well done
thank you
very informative, time well spent :-)
2018 Durango R/T --- I have the exact same issue. Took it to dealer they are saying is the condenser, quoted $1200. Im taking it to a local A/C Repair shop tomorrow to quote. the part is $479 Mopar so lets see
What did it end up being ?
any update?
I started to have the exact same problem with my 2015 durango RT. I went to several mechanics last week and they told me that the condenser has to be replaced. It has several leaks on it and it's $1000 to do the recharge and to replace the condenser.
I got the same problem in my hellcat just started today ? Do you know what was the problem?
2018 jeep grand cherokee had this issue and had to get a new compressor. Luckily i had extended warranty because it cost about $1500.
common issue with jeep/dodge/chrysler. you’ll fix it and eventually it WILL happen again.
Having this issue in 2021 Grand Cherokee. Literally just got it back from the dealership. Said it was bad cabin air filter that allowed debris into the blower fan. It isn’t. Not fixed. Ugh.
Any updates? I got this issue after they changed my air filter and still no luck for me.
Did you fix the problem?
Is refrigerant the same as Freon?
Whats up bro any update
I have same issue on 2019 Durango gt
2016 Mazda 3 just shy of 185K started doing this today 😢 when it first started it was blowing cold air but hissing, after about 20 minutes the air got hot and won’t cool down. I just had my Freon levels checked a few months ago and it was full. I’m guessing it’s a busted hose somewhere. Taking it to the shop on Tuesday 🤞🏻 mine hisses when I’m driving as well as idling but if I turn the ac off and just blow air it doesn’t do it.
I also feel like the air isn’t really blowing out of the vents even tho I have it on high and I can hear the blower
Is your problem fixed, having same problem Mazda 2016 CX3, when AC is on wierd noise comes , noise settles down when car in motion. Not sure if compressor is culprit.
@@aloktechie7981 negative 😢 can’t remember what the exact part they told me to replace but it’s something in the dash. It has a nasty Freon leak leaked all its Freon in about 4 days. Dealership quoted me 2300 to fix which is more than I owe on the car. Will drive this one a bit longer but I’m thinking on getting another Mazda soon. Mines almost at 192k miles so it’s had a good life
You have the newest refrigerant and the most expensive good luck
my AC works for a while, say 30 minutes. then blows warm air for 10 minutes. repeat. what's going on?
Hi there, did you managed to find actual issue, is it the compressor or condensor or evaporator or something else ??? Please let me know Mazda CX3 is giving same shit to me know
Not exact yet. Will wait until next summer since it’s still blowing cool and hot for now. Will post video once officially diagnosed and fixed though
Any update on this topic?
My 2021 Cherokee is doing the same thing. I wish I would of saw this video before spending damn near 70 bucks on a 134a can with the adapter that doesn’t fit. Ugh. No other video mentioned that! So thanks but to late for me. Did you ever find out what the problem was ?
Not yet, I been putting it off since I still got cool air
@@AlexsRTLife I think I see green refrigerant all over the radiator. The engine coolant is a orange color. So I’m thinking there is a hole somewhere or hose it’s leaking from. It’s a lease also. Nothing but problems with these jeep cherokees for some reason
My car is hissing the same but for a second when i turn it on , gas is not leaking. Is this normal? Car is.2007
Did anyone ever find out what was the issue? Having this problem on my dodge caravan
That’s your evaporator core
Dude mine just started doing this today. Beyond annoying. Can hear it over the music 😐
Yeah it supper annoying, and I’m covered under warranty but I don’t trust these dodge dealers at all!
I think its the expansion valve
From the looks of it, adding Freon is a temporary fix, and the actual fix is replacing the condenser?
I have a 2019 jeep grand Cherokee with 34,000 miles and it recently started doing it
Hey brother were you able to find a solution
@@rraymond4912
Went to the dealership. They couldn't find a leak. They added the refrigerant, and it's been running strong for 3 weeks. Paid dealership prices of course, which sucked. Luckily it was only that, instead of the $2000 minimum through the dealership for the condenser. Still forked over $500. Damn crooks.
I did check for leaks, which there wasnt. However, I wasn't able to verify the condenser behind the dash though. I rolled the dice and got lucky. Now my Camaro is blowing hot air now. Never ends.
Damn my grand Cherokee just started doing this 😢
Did you ever solve the problem?
Not yet, appointment at dealership soon though. Will upload video on it
I have the exact issue going and today I noticed refrigerant splatter down near the bottom of the radiator. There was a very small amount but it’s definitely there. My a/c actually blows just as cold as it ever did, so I’m a little confused, but my appointment is on Monday. Will update if I don’t hear anything before that. Good luck!
Well?
Any updates?
Hey I have a 2017 dodge durango and ac has this hissing sound that is driving me crazy.I top up on the refrigerant and it started blowing cold but after a few weeks its not cold anymore and the sound continues.
It’s your evaporator core
Sounds like grinding more than hissing. Bet the blower motor
I have the same issue smh can you give us an update when you have it
Definately
same 2017
@@AlexsRTLife anything?
Had to replace condenser
I have the same problem with my 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee.. I get the hissing at idle and when I turn on/ off the AC. Did anyone figure out the problem?
Same problem. Mine doesn’t hiss anymore. It just blows hot air. Does anyone know how to fix it
Good day, any updates on what’s the cause?
Not yet. I will get it diagnosed in the summer. But the weird thing is that is doesn’t hiss at all when the heat is on, only when the AC is on
@@AlexsRTLife it happens in my car as well and in a few forums it’s mentioned that it’s because of bad expansion valve. And it could also be because of the refrigerant not being in liquid state while going inside the evaporator. If the refrigerator enters the evaporator in gaseous state, the whooshing sounds could basically be the from the gas passing through the metal tubing of the evaporator
If you ever find out what it is let me know would love to know what it is
That’s your evaporator core
How do you know forsure
@@10percent48 I’m 100% positive that’s your evaporator core you can hear the hissing you could also hear it through the vents usually those crack and have a leak
@@cristianortega2634bro I have a 2018 Honda I just change my evaporator core and still have the same hissing sound 🤷🏾♂️
How much is it to fix the evaporator? they told me that’s what was wrong in my 2018 challenger
@@JayKay-k2v I have a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and this same issue started like 3 weeks ago. Dealership said its a leak in the evaporator and that I needed to replace it. They quoted me $3,900 for parts and Labor because the entire dashboard has to come off and the steering wheel. I am reading more and more that this is a known issue with Jeeps. SMH
Didn't you buy the extended warranty?
I do have full b2b warranty but I don’t trust the dealer. I would rather deal with it for now or see if a non dodge Dealer will diagnose and fix
I am glad you got more people watching ur stuff . I enjoy the channel I used to have the r/t . I subscribed to your content like how tell people step by step how to do things take care.
Vid was no help lmao
Same did you fix it wat was it
Once diagnosed and fixed full video coming
Have you done the video
I fixed it thanks
How did you fix it??
@@jeromesmith1612 chainged the ac condenser and both pressure valves that noise comes when its low on freon there’s a small leak somewhere took it to a local shop and they put a liquid dy on the ac system and they found a very very small leak
No shit