I had my X-Type Alternator redone and as part of it the AC was discharged. Now the mechanic can't/won't get it refilled.

So can this be done by myself?

What type of Freon does it needs?
Where do I refill it?
What pressure do I fill it to?

Thanks

David

 

i wouldn't recommend it i got my ac recharged professionally at my local kwick fit and they only charged me £49 i was thinking of trying it myself but i got warned of by a couple of friends that had a go at it and it all went wrong hope this helps.

 

decibel, if the freon system was broken into, then you have to evacuate (ie, draw a vacuum) on the A/C system before putting freon in it. If you do not evacuate the system, best case you will have a system that will operate very inefficiently and only give you slightly cool air when you need it to be ice cold. This can also lead to failure of the internal components (ie, rusting of the condensor, water making it into the compressor leading to its failure, etc).

Not trying to scare you, but there are some things that there is a reason for why they are done a certain way.

 

your local motor shop would let you know were to get the gas if you want to do it yourself

 

You can do it yourself, but you need to have the equipment to do it, most importantly the vacuum pump to evacuate the system as Chris mentioned.
I live in Phoenix and can rent these easily from Autozone, I beleive they are not so readily available in other areas. YMMV
Here is a description that Joycesjag made when he did his S Type, the basics will be the same.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/s...ics-faq-55219/