Here is my problem .. my A/c High pressure line (high side line, whatever) is leaking. not the hose, but the long thin metal tube that runs a few feet long ..

they say the part will cost some $500 to $600 ... but the labor charges to replace the line is 15 hours ... plus misc. expenses to take the total to about $3000 ...

I don't get it? isn't this just a tube that needs to be replaced? why is labor charges so high? i've tried to find this tube but i can't figure out the OEM part number and whnever I say "high pressure" tube the indepdent part shops gives me a price for some rubber tube that costs about $50

the estimate is not even a lexus dealer.. just some indi shop next to work.

I don't know what to do .. has anyone had this replaced? what kind of money did you pay? for the part/s? and labor?

what is the exact name and/or OEM part number for this tube? can't believe google came up with nothing

help!

 

Find a local AC shop that fabricates lines.

 

The dealer can replace your entire AC system for that price. Take your car to the dealer and have the part guy locate that part for you.