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2014 Tacoma AC is Out
Posted on 3/11/25 at 11:03 am
Posted on 3/11/25 at 11:03 am
My son's air conditioner isn't working and I'm hoping it's a freon leak. If you have a recommendation on a trustworthy mechanic who is knowledgeable on Toyota air conditioners, it will be appreciated. 
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Posted on 3/11/25 at 11:10 am to SlackMaster
Mine went out last summer and I hit it with one of the AC sealant and refrigerant cans from AutoZone. I've read they aren't good for the system but I didn't feel like paying a bunch to have it fixed. It was like $60 and worked great. Still blowing cold air a year later. Could give that a try.
This post was edited on 3/11/25 at 11:43 am
Posted on 3/11/25 at 12:12 pm to SlackMaster
Location?
Posted on 3/11/25 at 12:27 pm to SlackMaster
I’d be hoping it’s a relay and not a Freon leak myself.
Add your location and we can make mechanic rec’s.
Add your location and we can make mechanic rec’s.
Posted on 3/11/25 at 12:58 pm to SlackMaster
You baws check the fuse?
Posted on 3/11/25 at 1:59 pm to SlackMaster
Man, those had some crappy wiring from Mexico.
Does it work on High only?
There’s a relay behind the glovebox that you can wiggle and it will come back on like normal, but bumps, etc will cause it to go out again.
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Does it work on High only?
There’s a relay behind the glovebox that you can wiggle and it will come back on like normal, but bumps, etc will cause it to go out again.
YouTube
Posted on 3/11/25 at 2:00 pm to SlackMaster
I had same issue. I took mine to a Toyota dealership. They should give you the option of a re-maned compressor or new. I chose new.
You will get a warranty with Toyotas work. Yes it will cost but the peace of mind.
Hope this helps
You will get a warranty with Toyotas work. Yes it will cost but the peace of mind.
Hope this helps
Posted on 3/11/25 at 2:04 pm to Pirate0714
quote:Sorry. Baton Rouge
Location?
Posted on 3/11/25 at 2:05 pm to White Bear
quote:I'll be checking it when I get home -- with my fingers crossed. Thanks!
You baws check the fuse?
Posted on 3/11/25 at 2:14 pm to SlackMaster
Is the compressor clutch engaging? Have you put any gauges on it? Worth getting some of these HF gauges
This post was edited on 3/11/25 at 2:16 pm
Posted on 3/11/25 at 2:24 pm to Redlos
quote:
Is the compressor clutch engaging? Have you put any gauges on it?
By doing both of these things, you can tell a lot.
Posted on 3/11/25 at 2:47 pm to SlackMaster
Have a 2010 Tacoma that the A/C went out on twice.
First time it was determined to be a refrigerant leak in the evaporator coil. Which is in the interior of the dash. Covered under extended warranty w/ $100 deductible. Parts were reasonable but the labor was expensive. You have to take dash completely apart. It's an all day job.
Second time the A/C would only work on High. Nothing else. That was a bad "Resistor" (I think that was the correct name). Located right on the side of the blower motor. Easy, cheap fix. 20 minute job. It's a common problem with Tacomas. back then.
First time it was determined to be a refrigerant leak in the evaporator coil. Which is in the interior of the dash. Covered under extended warranty w/ $100 deductible. Parts were reasonable but the labor was expensive. You have to take dash completely apart. It's an all day job.
Second time the A/C would only work on High. Nothing else. That was a bad "Resistor" (I think that was the correct name). Located right on the side of the blower motor. Easy, cheap fix. 20 minute job. It's a common problem with Tacomas. back then.
Posted on 3/11/25 at 3:54 pm to SlackMaster
When you get home, turn off the a/c and let the truck run for a sec. Then have your son turn it on.
You want to listen for a click of the relay. If you don't have a click, it's probably a fuse or the relay.
Wife's MDX (now my daughter's) did that and it was the relay. $20 part at Auto Zone and it has run perfectly since.
You want to listen for a click of the relay. If you don't have a click, it's probably a fuse or the relay.
Wife's MDX (now my daughter's) did that and it was the relay. $20 part at Auto Zone and it has run perfectly since.
Posted on 3/11/25 at 5:40 pm to SlackMaster
Truck is over 10yrs old. They all loose refrigerant over time through compressor shaft seal and the rubber compressor hoses. Have a shop recover existing refrigerant; the machine weighs what came out. If it’s zero you got a problem. Pull a good vacuum and charge by weight. Look for oily spots on lines and condenser. See how long it lasts.
Good Luck.
Good Luck.
Posted on 3/11/25 at 7:07 pm to bbvdd
quote:Thanks. It’s been 20 or so years since I’ve worked on a car AC so this is a great reminder.
You want to listen for a click of the relay.
The compressor clutch engages when he turns the AC on so no issues with fuse or relay. Sounds like the vacuum/refill of refrigerant and crossing fingers is next step… Thanks!
Posted on 3/11/25 at 8:52 pm to SlackMaster
A-Car Automotive in BTR, been knowing him since the 70’s. You have to make an appointment, drop it off. He’s the best in BTR.
(225) 925-9174
(225) 925-9174
Posted on 3/11/25 at 11:36 pm to LSUDad
Agco automotive.
Not the cheapest, but they do a great job and they will stand behind their work. I feel their honest as well. They Are located on coursey Boulevard
Not the cheapest, but they do a great job and they will stand behind their work. I feel their honest as well. They Are located on coursey Boulevard
Posted on 3/13/25 at 7:38 am to SlackMaster
Toyotech of Lafayette/Broussard if you don’t mind the drive. Brad is the owner and great guy. They will give you a quote.
Posted on 3/13/25 at 7:44 am to SlackMaster
quote:
If you have a recommendation on a trustworthy mechanic who is knowledgeable on Toyota air conditioners, it will be appreciated
go to the dealership
Posted on 3/14/25 at 5:53 pm to moe1967
quote:
Second time the A/C would only work on High. Nothing else. That was a bad "Resistor" (I think that was the correct name). Located right on the side of the blower motor. Easy, cheap fix. 20 minute job. It's a common problem with Tacomas. back then.
I used to be a Toyota Parts Manager in a former career. A/C resistors were a problem for ALLL older Toyotas but starting in the mid-to-late 2000's they started using solid state resistors instead of coil-based resistor and issues seemed to be decreasing, at least as of when I last worked for them in 2007.
Coil-based resistor:
solid-state resistor:
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