Cadillac Fleetwood Car AC Compressor Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(33)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(33)

Car AC Compressor Replacement Service

How much does a Car AC Compressor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Cadillac Fleetwood Car AC Compressor Replacement is $1135 with $603 for parts and $532 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1995 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-5.7LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1795.26Shop/Dealer Price$2120.77 - $3043.42
1996 Cadillac FleetwoodV8-5.7LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1761.02Shop/Dealer Price$2074.78 - $2988.62
Show example Cadillac Fleetwood Car AC Compressor Replacement prices

What is the AC Compressor all about?

An AC system has many components: compressor, condenser, receiver dryer, evaporator, and hoses. The compressor, the “heart” of the car’s air conditioning system works like a pump taking refrigerant, (R-12 in older cars, R-134a in 1995 and newer cars) and pressurizing it, passing it along to the evaporator.

The AC compressor has several moving parts (including pistons and valves). These internal parts can fail, causing the AC compressor to stop working. It is common for the internal parts of the compressor to come apart and disperse metallic debris throughout the system. Consequently, it is a requirement to replace the orifice tube and the receiver dryer when replacing the compressor since some of the debris may have ended up there.

For an AC compressor to work, it needs a clutch, bearing, and an electrical connector. The clutch is driven by a drive/serpentine belt, which engages the compressor when you switch on the AC. The clutch can burn or the bearing can fail. If the bearing or clutch have failed, it is recommended that the compressor be replaced. Sometimes replacing the entire compressor with a remanufactured one can be cheaper than replacing an individual clutch or bearings.

It is also common for the seals in the AC compressor to go bad. The compressor may start leaking refrigerant and/or the AC oil. If the seals no longer hold, you will need a new compressor, as the seals cannot be replaced. A compressor may also fail if there is sludge or debris in the air conditioning system. If there is sludge or debris, the hoses, evaporator, and condenser should be flushed to get rid of the contaminants. When it is not possible to flush the parts, you may need to replace those parts.

Keep in mind:

This service comes with receiver dryer and orifice tube. It is very common for metals from the compressors to go throughout the system and get caught in different components. If the compressor is replaced without the dryer and the orifice tube, it will ruin the new compressor and it will not be covered by the warranty from parts manufacturers.

How it's done:

  • Check for pressure in the AC system.
  • Check for power and ground at the compressor.
  • If compressor is found to be faulty, remove all of the refrigerant.
  • Remove the compressor, receiver drier, orifice tube, and/or expansion valve.
  • Flush all foreign materials from the AC System.
  • Install new compressor, receiver drier, and orifice tube.
  • Evacuate and recharge the AC system.
  • Leak check for any system leaks.
  • Check for proper operation of AC system.

Our recommendation:

The most common reason for an AC compressor to fail is leaky seals and inadequate lubrication. It is good practice to turn the AC on periodically so that the seals don’t dry up and stay lubricated. If you notice a change in the temperature of the air through the AC vents (not as cold as it should be), get it inspected.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the AC Compressor?

  • No cold air from the vents.
  • Clicking sound from under the engine.
  • AC not working.

How important is this service?

In addition to your comfort, air conditioning systems add value to your vehicle. You should keep your AC fully operational. In some systems, the hot and cold air are blended to achieve the desired temperature setting. In these cases, when the AC system fails, you will not only NOT get any cold air, but the entire temperature regulation is thrown off.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Cadillac mechanics

Real customer reviews from Cadillac owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(33)

Rating Summary
31
2
0
0
0
31
2
0
0
0

Tien

24 years of experience
903 reviews
Tien
24 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-4.1L - Car is not starting - Oakland, California
Tien arrived on time and quickly got to work diagnosing the problem of my no start. He checked the electrical system (battery, spark plugs, fuses, etc.) as well as the fuel components (fuel injection, etc.) and found that the fuel pump was not working for some reason. He recommended that I get the fuel pump replaced and this should start up the car. His diagnosis was right on the money as I had the fuel pump replaced by him in a later appt. a few weeks later. Would highly recommend Tien for any job!

Paul

24 years of experience
361 reviews
Paul
24 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-4.1L - Car is not starting - Tampa, Florida
Awesome! Will def be using him again for getting my hearse up and running properly!

Theodore

17 years of experience
1794 reviews
Theodore
17 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-5.7L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Seattle, Washington
Theo was thorough and professional throughout the inspection. He saved me from making a potentially costly purchase.

Breck

21 years of experience
681 reviews
Breck
21 years of experience
Cadillac Fleetwood V8-4.5L - Car starts and then dies - Houston, Texas
Knowledgeable and honest

Excellent Rating

(33)

Rating Summary
31
2
0
0
0
31
2
0
0
0
Number of Cadillac Fleetwood services completed
363+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Cadillac MECHANICS
1000+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Maine Speed Limits, Laws, and Fines
Following Following is an overview of the laws, limits, and fines as they relate to speeding traffic violations in the state of Maine. Speed limits in Maine 75 mph: I-95 between Old Town and Houlton 70 mph: most of the...
What is a Valve Cover all about?
How to replace a broken valve cover
How Long Does a Heater Bypass Tube Last?
In In order for the cooling system on your vehicle to work, you will have to make sure that all of its components are repair free. The thermostat that is on your vehicle helps to regulate the flow of coolant...

Low air pressure symbol stays on after pressure has been corrected

Each tire has a pressure sensor in the tire that has a battery built into the sensor. These batteries will last about 5 to 7 years before the battery goes bad (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-car-battery-last_2). The sensor will need to be replaced to...

During acceleration past 30mph a lot whine starts like a her engine along with very light almost grinding feel in accelerator

Hello there. Many faults can cause a whine in your 1993 Ford F150 under acceleration. The most common faults would be a belt tensioner, idler pulley, alternator, power steering pump, wheel bearings, or a failing drive belt. A qualified Technician...

My car acelerates on it on and when I try to stop it seems as it try to take off making my car jerk really hard. I just replaced m

In addition to seeking a diagnostic and repair, you can report unintended acceleration incidents to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - NHTSA (http://www.safercar.gov). Obviously, uncommanded acceleration is a serious safety hazard. Without a first hand examination of your car,...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com