Aircon whooshing sound

[tricker_luke]

Has anyone had a leak or anything on their aircon system that makes a whooshing sound? Vid as follows...

I recently built the system back up after 5 years, had it regassed and now it is not cold any more after just a few weeks so I'm guessing it has leaked out somewhere.


https://youtu.be/rwtbMkWqfLQ

During the regas process Kwikfit told me that the vacuum part of it went ok, but would this necessarily detect leaks?

 

[Mark_teg]

The vacuum process is intended to detect leaks but doesn't always.
What condition were the seals in? The condenser is pretty vulnerable, so check that for damage.

Did kwikfit add a dye when regassing? If they did, pop in and ask them to look for the leak. You'll need glasses to spot the dye (if it hasn't washed away).

 

[type_r_baby]

your aircon has vtec!

 

[tricker_luke]

Sounds like it!

I had not re-lubricated the seals so that could be why!

I'm not sure about the dye but I could ask, although he did mention a guy that can check for leaks etc so that might be worth a shot. I was literally melting on the drive home today!