Subaru Justy AC Condenser 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

(2,293)

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

(2,293)

AC Condenser Replacement Service

How much does a AC Condenser Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Subaru Justy AC Condenser Replacement is $685 with $476 for parts and $209 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1995 Subaru JustyL3-1.2LService typeAC Condenser ReplacementEstimate$1204.26Shop/Dealer Price$1464.08 - $2194.04
Show example Subaru Justy AC Condenser Replacement prices

What is the AC Condenser all about?

The AC system has many key components: compressor, condenser, receiver dryer, evaporator, and hoses. For an AC system to work, it needs a gas or liquid substance called refrigerant (R-12 in older cars, R-134a in 1995 and newer cars). The job of an AC condenser is to convert the AC gas into a liquid form by cooling it.

There are two common causes of condenser failure. The first scenario occurs when the condenser starts leaking. The condenser has tubes and seals, both of which can leak with normal wear and tear. Since there is no way to replace these tubes and seals, you will need a new condenser. Keep in mind this can also be caused by physical damage as the condenser is mounted near the front of the car and as such is susceptible to rocks or other road debris.

In the second scenario, the condenser is unable to circulate the refrigerant due to metallic debris blockage. This debris is often the result of a failing or defective AC compressor where internal parts of the compressor come apart and disperse metallic debris throughout the system. If this is the case, you will not only need a new condenser, but also a new AC compressor, orifice tubes, and receiver dryer.

Keep in mind:

  • When the AC condenser is replaced, the compressor, orifice tubes, and receiver dryer often have to be replaced as well.
  • Any refrigerant that has not leaked out will need to be vacuumed out.

How it's done:

  • Install an AC gauge set to measure the pressure.
  • Inspect the condenser for leaks.
  • If condenser is bad, remove all of the refrigerant.
  • Remove and replace condenser.
  • Evac and recharge the AC system.
  • Leak check for any system leaks.
  • Check for proper operation of the AC system.

Our recommendation:

The AC system is a sealed unit. It is not something you will inspect or service unless you notice a change. If you notice a change in the temperature of the air through the AC vents (not as cold as it should be), schedule an inspection.

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

  • Air conditioning is not as cold as it should be.
  • Air conditioning does not work at all.

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 Subaru mechanics

Real customer reviews from Subaru owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(2,293)

Rating Summary
2,185
56
15
10
27
2,185
56
15
10
27

Chris

16 years of experience
419 reviews
Chris
16 years of experience
Subaru Forester H4-2.5L - Spark Plugs - San Francisco, California
It was good. Chris came on time. He recommended an exhaust cleaner and I agreed. He was very knowledgeable.

Isai

27 years of experience
230 reviews
Isai
27 years of experience
Subaru Forester H4-2.5L - Alternator - San Antonio, Texas
Isai was fantastic and very professional. Will use exclusively for all my future YourMechanic bookings. I booked hours before he came, and there were no issues on such short notice. I had an alternator replaced and it was done within an hour.

Michael

25 years of experience
187 reviews
Michael
25 years of experience
Subaru Forester H4-2.5L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Las Vegas, Nevada
MIcheal did a very thorough pre-purchase inspection for my car and helped me feel very secure about the purchase.

Attila

19 years of experience
910 reviews
Attila
19 years of experience
Subaru Legacy H4-2.5L - Brake Pads Replacement (Front, Rear) - Roselle Park, New Jersey
Very professional. Did a great job on my brakes.

Excellent Rating

(2,293)

Rating Summary
2,185
56
15
10
27
2,185
56
15
10
27
Number of Subaru services completed
25223+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Subaru MECHANICS
700+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How Long Does an AC Compressor Relay Last?
Your Your car’s air conditioning system needs to be able to pressurize refrigerant in order to operate. The AC compressor relay is an electronic component that turns your AC compressor off and on. Without it, the compressor will not work,...
The Impact of the IIHS Automatic Braking Technology
In In March 2016, the automotive industry received exciting news concerning vehicle safety. While this announcement has actually been a feature available in the United States since 2006, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, also known as the NHTSA, and...
What Does the Dirty Air Filter Warning Light Mean?
The dirty air filter warning light turns on when their is reduced airflow to the engine, which affects your car's gas mileage and performance.

The engine loses power after a longer drive

It is possible that your fuel pump would be getting weak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-fuel-pump-usually-last). Often times if the fuel level is run low many times, this can cause the fuel pump to overheat. If the fuel pump overheats, this can cause it...

Intermittent and low speed wiper don't work fast speed wiper works 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Hi there - the lack of slow or intermittent motor speed can be caused by 2 issues: failure of the switches on the steering column stalk, or within the motor pulse control inside the motor housing. You're going to need...

I have a 2006 dodge caravan and I been smelling gas for about a month but it's not burning alot of gas do you have any idea what i

It is possible that you have a leak in your exhaust system. Many times you will be able to smell gas when the exhaust system has a hole in it. The most common cause of this would be the exhaust...

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