AC Ace AC compressor replacement Cost
1993–1996 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$1.0k–$8.6k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
2–5.5h
At a typical garage
The A/C compressor pressurises the refrigerant to drive the cooling cycle; a failed compressor means no cold air at all. Replacement typically includes a system flush, new receiver/drier and re-gas. AC Ace A/C compressor replacement costs $1003–$8628.
Typical parts included
- AC compressor
- AC compressor clutch
What affects the price
- Remanufactured vs new OEM compressor
- Whether the expansion valve and receiver/drier are replaced at the same time (recommended)
- Refrigerant type and recharge cost
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
AC compressor replacement on a AC Ace typically takes 2–5.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a AC Ace, this is typically needed A/C compressors are replaced on failure; typical lifespan is 8–12 years or 100,000+ miles.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the AC Ace
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$536–$995
- ABS sensor replacement$221–$410
- ABS system bleeding$176–$328
- AC compressor clutch replacement$441–$819
- AC condenser replacement$347–$644
AC compressor replacement cost on similar cars
- BMW 3 Series Cabriolet$394–$731
- RENAULT Megane Cabriolet$394–$731
- VOLKSWAGEN Beetle Cabrio$394–$731
- MERCEDES BENZ E-Klasse Cabriolet and predecessors$394–$731
- AUDI A5 Cabriolet$394–$731
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