A/C schrader valves on lines

[jjs316]

One of the schrader valves in my A/C lines/hoses is leaking and I was wondering if anyone has ever changed those or if it was even possible?

Are they the same size/type of schrader valve as a tire? Thats what I can get at the local parts store so I was curious is they were the same type/size. There are also ones on ebay say they are specifically A/C schrader valves so I didn't know if there was a difference.

Thanks!

[httrdd]

Shraders are easily removed as long as the refrigerant is out of it. They make a shrader removal tool. I use one for hvac.

[jjs316]

Yeah, I have the tool. Just need to know if I need a special type/size schrader valve for the a/c lines or is it the same one as tire valve stems.

Thanks.

[Dead91silvia]

There are 2 different sized. The low pressure line is like a tire valve. The High pressure line is a bit larger...

[jjs316]

Mine were both the same size. They were larger then tire schrader valves. Got a kit at Advance Auto Parts. It did come with two larger scrader valves, two smaller schrader vavles, and a few different sized replacement caps.

For future reference if anyone needs it, it was a Factory Air Cap and Valve A/C System Seal Kit. Part number 26783 at Advance Auto Parts.

[Dead91silvia]

Just noticed your year... 97-98 have a year split so that might be why... All radiators, AC condensers, lines and a few other odd parts are different under the hood...

[BrianHeston]

One of the schrader valves in my A/C lines/hoses is leaking and I was wondering if anyone has ever changed those or if it was even possible?

Are they the same size/type of schrader valve as a tire? Thats what I can get at the local parts store so I was curious is they were the same type/size. There are also ones on ebay say they are specifically A/C schrader valves so I didn't know if there was a difference.

Thanks!

Bringing this one back from the dead...

I've got a leaky schrader valve on my high pressure line. Is it safe to replace this with refrigerant in the system, or should it be emptied first and then recharged?

Thanks
Brian

[rkrenicki]

Once that valve is removed.. it will very rapidly empty itself. Especially on the high pressure side.

Empty it first.

[BrianHeston]

I pretty much figured that wold be the case, but thanks for the confirmation.