Q: Is leaving leaked A/C compressor as is a problem for the car?
My A/C of the Santa fe 2002 was not blowing cold air. I went to repair shop and they tested the A/C system with dye.They found out the compressor was leakng and adviced me to replace the compressor and the kits. That costs around 1000 dollar. I dont have money right now and want to keep the system as is until i save some money in several months. My question is, if I keep the leaked compressor in that situation, will that make any problem for the suv's health?
My car has 141000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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