2002 325i Air Conditioning Malfunction

2002 BMW 325
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GSXR4FG
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1st thing..what a great website...bless you for all you do!!

2002 BMW 325i w/60K miles; basic 6 cylinder engine (184 HP).

Airconditioner not holding charge (freon); had it charged twice by two different mechanics and whether I use the airconditioner or not the freon is gone in a day or two.

Both mechanics put a dye into the engine but have not been able to detect a leak in the system.

Not a repeat problem that I am aware of; bought it used last fall.

Thank you for your help!!
Jun 11, 2007 at 11:37 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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Basically the dye will locate leaks on the components of the A/C system but a leak of that proportion has to be blowing out VERY quickly. It is something that is leaking so fast that I would almost suspect that someone could hear it; not me as my hearing is terrible. Have you checked thoroughly the system to include that radiator that cools the A/C system?
Jun 11, 2007 at 11:52 AM
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GSXR4FG
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Mr Bruce, thank you for your prompt reply! I have noticed the system laboring differently than usual. The question I have is, if I noticed this, then a cert. mechanic should be able to pick it up also?

Additionally, if the radiator is errant would the interior temp cooling gauge rise?

Thank you once again!
Jun 11, 2007 at 12:15 PM
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