I've discovered a significant leak in the A/C line running just behind the condensor. The hose is leaking in multiple spots (from a quick look--about 15-20 different holes). All of my other hoses seem fine, but when I charged the system it lasted only about 24 hours. Green oil is also pooling directly below the leaking hose.
About 3,000mi ago I had my oil changed at a local shop. There was a major leak from the filter just a few miles after driving the car away from the store. Hot oil sprayed all over the engine covering the hose, even coming out the front through the grill and running down the bumper. The shop owner picked up the car and cleaned the engine, but I'm assuming that hot oil was in contact with this hose for at least an hour. SO...my questions is...could this oil spray have caused a sudden deterioration in this hose?
Thank you for your help,
David
About 3,000mi ago I had my oil changed at a local shop. There was a major leak from the filter just a few miles after driving the car away from the store. Hot oil sprayed all over the engine covering the hose, even coming out the front through the grill and running down the bumper. The shop owner picked up the car and cleaned the engine, but I'm assuming that hot oil was in contact with this hose for at least an hour. SO...my questions is...could this oil spray have caused a sudden deterioration in this hose?
Thank you for your help,
David
Sep 9, 2010 at 6:29 PM
