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Originally Posted by Kroll
... is there a separate condenser for the AC? or is it just the large one easily visible at the front of the engine bay?
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It's the radiator that you can see at the front of the engine bay, identified by a large rubber hose feeding the driver's side upper corner. This contains coolant (antifreeze solution).
The condenser is only in the air conditioning circuit. It contains high pressure refrigerant.
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Originally Posted by Kroll
What’s my best bet for tracking down the leak. Will I need to find a specialist air con servicer?
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Yes, you're best bet is a mobile self-employed specialist who will come to your house with all the equipment required and the experience. On no account go to the fast fit boys and avoid general garages offering regassing too.
Tom, you say that both refrigerant pipes are cold. The high pressure line (thin one) should feel hot. Are you sure that your compressor is engaging? With the engine running ask an assistant to switch between Econ and Auto modes whilst you watch the compressor drive belt. You should hear a resounding clunk as the clutch engages and the centre of the pulley will begin rotating.
Simon