Dodge Ram 2500 Van 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

(27)

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

(27)

Car AC Compressor Replacement Service

How much does a Car AC Compressor Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Dodge Ram 2500 Van Car AC Compressor Replacement is $1080 with $501 for parts and $579 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2001 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.9LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1703.46Shop/Dealer Price$2014.97 - $2812.25
2002 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.9LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1581.46Shop/Dealer Price$1893.08 - $2690.43
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.2LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1638.45Shop/Dealer Price$1956.08 - $2757.93
2003 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.9LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1581.46Shop/Dealer Price$1892.93 - $2690.18
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.9LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1638.45Shop/Dealer Price$1956.18 - $2758.12
2002 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.2LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1581.46Shop/Dealer Price$1893.07 - $2690.42
2001 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.2LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1611.96Shop/Dealer Price$1922.74 - $2719.47
2003 Dodge Ram 2500 VanV8-5.2LService typeCar AC Compressor ReplacementEstimate$1611.96Shop/Dealer Price$1925.02 - $2723.44
Show example Dodge Ram 2500 Van 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 Dodge mechanics

Real customer reviews from Dodge owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(27)

Rating Summary
24
1
1
0
1
24
1
1
0
1

Kyle

12 years of experience
137 reviews
Kyle
12 years of experience
Dodge Ram 2500 Van V8-5.2L - Valve Cover Gasket - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Great job!

Kiri

20 years of experience
372 reviews
Kiri
20 years of experience
Dodge Ram 2500 Van V8-5.2L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Great job!

Michael

16 years of experience
606 reviews
Michael
16 years of experience
Dodge Ram 2500 Van V8-5.2L - Coolant is leaking - Marietta, Georgia
Excellent

Joel

21 years of experience
987 reviews
Joel
21 years of experience
Dodge Ram 2500 Van V8-5.2L - Alternator - Jacksonville, Florida
Very good!!!

Excellent Rating

(27)

Rating Summary
24
1
1
0
1
24
1
1
0
1
Number of Dodge Ram 2500 Van services completed
297+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Dodge MECHANICS
1400+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Is it Safe to Drive With a Patched Tire?
A patched tire means a patch sealant is applied to the outside of the tire where the leak is located....
How to Be Content With the Car That You Have
Everyone Everyone wants to have a fun, fancy, beautiful car. If you’re a car fanatic, you’ve probably spent countless hours lusting over hyper fast Ferraris, extremely luxurious Bentleys, and classic muscle cars. Even if you don’t love cars, you’ve surely...
Understanding Rental Car Insurance
Consider the 4 types of rental car insurance you can purchase at the counter to ensure you don’t pay hefty prices out of pocket for damages.

When you start off it bogs down and then takes off?

This sounds like potentially a fuel delivery or air regulation problem. There is a sensor in your truck called a mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement) which regulates the flow of air into the engine allowing for the proper air/fuel mixture...

Motor Mount

Motor mounts will allow the motor to move too much when accelerating. If you feel motor move when you give it gas and may hear clunk. The motor mounts should be checked. If engine runs rough it may be something...

Ok so in Jnauary i ahd my water pump for my 2009 Jaguar XF Supercharged replaced, but the warning light for coolant low still show

P2106 can be caused by many, many faults other than a failed water pump including: general engine overheating, coolant leaks, EGR valve malfunctions, mass air flow sensor malfunctions, drive axle modifications, ABS, Traction Control or Stability Control failures, automatic transmission...

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