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How much does a Car AC Receiver Dryer Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Jaguar S-Type Car AC Receiver Dryer Replacement is $302 with $141 for parts and $161 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2004 Jaguar S-TypeV8-4.2L TurboService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$477.50Shop/Dealer Price$590.51 - $833.91
2001 Jaguar S-TypeV8-4.0LService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$464.60Shop/Dealer Price$582.96 - $842.24
2008 Jaguar S-TypeV8-4.2L TurboService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$443.50Shop/Dealer Price$556.58 - $800.03
2003 Jaguar S-TypeV6-3.0LService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$464.60Shop/Dealer Price$582.86 - $842.06
2007 Jaguar S-TypeV6-3.0LService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$443.50Shop/Dealer Price$556.65 - $800.15
2004 Jaguar S-TypeV8-4.2LService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$443.50Shop/Dealer Price$556.58 - $800.03
2006 Jaguar S-TypeV6-3.0LService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$452.00Shop/Dealer Price$564.50 - $807.52
2008 Jaguar S-TypeV6-3.0LService typeCar AC Receiver Dryer ReplacementEstimate$452.00Shop/Dealer Price$566.09 - $810.29
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What is the AC Receiver Dryer all about?

The AC receiver drier is a device that only appears in air conditioning systems that employ expansion valves. The cylindrical component is found between the condenser outlet and the expansion valve inlet.

To understand what an AC receiver drier does, one must have a basic understanding how their car’s air conditioner works. Yes, it transforms hot air to cold. But there’s more to it. It does so by circulating a refrigerant that changes phase from liquid to gas and back again when forced through the system. The cold liquid refrigerant is squeezed through an evaporator, removing heat from air pulled in from the car’s cabin. Once cooled and dried, a blower pushes the air back out into the car. The warmed and vaporized refrigerant circulates through a compressor, where the vapor is cooled and transformed back into a liquid. And the process is repeated, over and over again, until you shut the AC off.

Th receiver drier serves as a filter to remove any moisture and contaminants that get into the AC system during this process. ACR Drier has three parts:

  • The Container: Acts as a temporary storage for oil and refrigerant during periods of low cooling demand.
  • The Desiccant Sack: Usually filled with silica gel, it removes moisture from the refrigerant. It also traps other debris, preventing clogs.
  • Inlet / Outlet: Allows the continuing flow of refrigerant around the system.

Keep in mind:

  • Think of the receiver drier in the same vein as you would fuel, oil, or an air filter: it is strictly a disposable. By that, we mean that it’s a necessity that can be easily replaced at a relatively affordable cost to you.
  • Receiver driers rarely fail on their own. When a failure does occur, however, it is usually due either to clogging from debris inside the AC system (like from a failing or failed compressor), or that the desiccant bag has broken open, allowing it to circulate throughout the system, mixing with the refrigerant and lubricant.

How it's done:

  • The A/C system refrigerant is removed
  • The A/C receiver drier is removed and replaced with a new one
  • The A/C system is evacuated for 30 minutes
  • The A/C system is recharged with the proper amount of refrigerant
  • The system is checked for proper operation

Our recommendation:

The receiver drier must be changed each time your mechanic opens the system for service. Most compressor warranties require it. At the very least, it should be replaced every three years.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the AC Receiver Dryer?

  • Unusual sounds while the system is running
  • Wide variances in cabin air temperature

How important is this service?

Moisture kills an air conditioning system. Once inside, it combines with refrigerant, forming hydrochloric acid, which is extremely corrosive to metal components. So replacing the receiver drier is essential when servicing the air conditioner. If you replace any component of the system you must also replace the receiver drier. If you do not, there could be serious damage to the other parts of the system, which could be very costly in the long run.

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Abdul

11 years of experience
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Abdul
11 years of experience
Jaguar S-Type V6-3.0L - Oil Change - Atlanta, Georgia
The service was great. Tech arrived early - was very through and methodical. Will definitely use this service and tech again - Thank you !

Walter

46 years of experience
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Walter
46 years of experience
Jaguar S-Type V8-4.2L - Serpentine/Drive Belt - Tulsa, Oklahoma
He was an amazing guy. Definitely need to hire more people like him. He took the time to break down information that i didn’t understand. Plus he had great convo!

Pedro

31 years of experience
78 reviews
Pedro
31 years of experience
Jaguar S-Type V6-3.0L - Heater Control Valve - Harvey, Illinois
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Michael

15 years of experience
4 reviews
Michael
15 years of experience
Jaguar S-Type V8-4.0L - Window Regulator Replacement (Driver Side Front) - Baytown, Texas
When Micheal arrived to do the initial evaluation of what was needed to repairmy wife's car window he had taken the time to look up the possible problems with the window of my wife's Jaguar on line.With this home work before hand I feel that the initial $70.00 charged for the diagnose was a little extreme ,he did not have to really do anything much but check which was the most common cause for the electric window malfunction and suggest it. That would have skipped the $70.00 diagnostic cost.I had given the description on line so the trip to diagnose may have not been really necessary.So,in my mind that part of the process turn into an precievd over charge. The total cost became about the same as if I had dropped the car to a local Mechanic shop when adding the diagnostic charge of $70.00 additional cost to the final bill. I concede convenience does trump driving the car to an auto mechanic ( particularly when the window would not roll up )but the proposed price saving indicated on my estimate was ultimately not there. Michael did stay in touch every step of the process,so I can give him an A grade there. The window works fine so the work he preformed gives him an A grade also. He did if fact ultimately do an over all assessment of the vehicle and has suggested that the cylinders on 4 and 8 are miss firing.You can feel the miss fire and see the rpm gauge go suddenly down while the car runs.Micheal has suggested that it may be possibly be the spark plugs, boots on the spark plug wires or even spark plug coils. The first suggested attempt to fix the miss fire would be the least expensive (which is smart and shows his practicality) this would be the replacing the spark plugs, the spark plug wires can be inspected at that time too. I will set up an appointment for this suggested process of procedure in elimination to locate the problem.I will review the jobs success afterwards.

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