The average cost for a Pontiac J2000/Sunbird Compressor Shaft Seal Replacement is between $70 - $131. Get an instant quote with our AI repair estimator.
The compressor shaft seal is a crucial component found in the air conditioning systems of vehicles. It serves the specific purpose of preventing refrigerant from leaking out of the compressor unit. The seal is located where the compressor's shaft exits the housing, acting as a barrier to maintain the pressure and refrigerant within the system. This seal must withstand high pressures and temperatures that the air conditioning system generates during regular operation. Without an effective seal, the efficiency of the AC system can diminish rapidly due to refrigerant loss, resulting in poor cooling performance and increased pressure on the compressor.
When a compressor shaft seal begins to fail, several symptoms can arise, indicating the need for inspection or replacement. Common signs include:
Repairing a faulty compressor shaft seal is quite urgent once any symptoms are detected. A compromised seal leads to refrigerant leaks, which directly result in diminished cooling efficiency and can potentially cause damage to the compressor over time due to insufficient lubrication and cooling. Left unaddressed, the system can incur extensive damage, resulting in much more costly repairs. It's advisable to schedule a repair as soon as the issue is identified to prevent further complications and maintain optimal AC performance.
The cost for replacing a compressor shaft seal can vary widely depending on the make and model of the vehicle and the complexity of the repair job. Typically, the cost ranges from $150 to $300 for the seal part itself. Labor costs may add an additional $200 to $300, making the total repair costs range between $350 and $600. It's important to note that in some cases, if the compressor is significantly damaged or worn, a replacement of the entire unit might be recommended, thereby increasing the overall expense.
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1994 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $36.00Labor: $30.00{ "partPrice": 36, "laborPrice": 30, "alldata_id": 19462, "alldata_vehicle_id": 19462, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Shaft Seals", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Shaft Seals, R&R", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1994, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1994 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird V6-191 3.1L VIN T MFI - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $32.00Labor: $77.00{ "partPrice": 32, "laborPrice": 77, "alldata_id": 23943, "alldata_vehicle_id": 23943, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Shaft Seals", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Shaft Seals, R&R", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1994, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "V6-191 3.1L VIN T MFI" }1993 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $40.00Labor: $12.00{ "partPrice": 40, "laborPrice": 12, "alldata_id": 5506, "alldata_vehicle_id": 5506, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "note": "Not Serviced" } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Shaft Seals, R&R", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1993, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1993 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird V6-191 3.1L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $20.00Labor: $81.00{ "partPrice": 20, "laborPrice": 81, "alldata_id": 5507, "alldata_vehicle_id": 5507, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "note": "Not Serviced" } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Shaft Seals, R&R", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1993, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "V6-191 3.1L" }1992 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $64.00Labor: $7.00{ "partPrice": 64, "laborPrice": 7, "alldata_id": 2592, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2592, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "note": "Not Serviced." } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal, Renew", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.4", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1992, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1992 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird V6-191 3.1L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $54.00Labor: $5.00{ "partPrice": 54, "laborPrice": 5, "alldata_id": 2593, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2593, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "note": "Not Serviced." } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal, Renew", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.4", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1992, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "V6-191 3.1L" }1991 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $80.00Labor: $46.00{ "partPrice": 80, "laborPrice": 46, "alldata_id": 2579, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2579, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "note": "Not Serviced" }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal, Renew", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.4", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1991, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1991 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird V6-191 3.1L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $70.00Labor: $1.00{ "partPrice": 70, "laborPrice": 1, "alldata_id": 2580, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2580, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "note": "Not Serviced" }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal, Renew", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.4", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1991, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "V6-191 3.1L" }1990 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $13.00Labor: $38.00{ "partPrice": 13, "laborPrice": 38, "alldata_id": 2565, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2565, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "note": "Not Serviced" }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.4", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1990, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1989 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $71.00Labor: $55.00{ "partPrice": 71, "laborPrice": 55, "alldata_id": 2550, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2550, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "HR6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1989, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1988 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $72.00Labor: $11.00{ "partPrice": 72, "laborPrice": 11, "alldata_id": 2530, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2530, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "HR6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1988, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1987 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $71.00Labor: $2.00{ "partPrice": 71, "laborPrice": 2, "alldata_id": 2514, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2514, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "HR6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1987, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1986 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-112 1.8L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $79.00Labor: $95.00{ "partPrice": 79, "laborPrice": 95, "alldata_id": 2491, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2491, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "HR6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1986, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-112 1.8L" }1985 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-112 1.8L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $56.00Labor: $46.00{ "partPrice": 56, "laborPrice": 46, "alldata_id": 2469, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2469, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA-6 Unit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-ring Kit", "price": "10.65", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724281" } ] } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "HR6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1985, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-112 1.8L" }1985 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $86.00Labor: $68.00{ "partPrice": 86, "laborPrice": 68, "alldata_id": 2470, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2470, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA-6 Unit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-ring Kit", "price": "10.65", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724281" } ] } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "HR6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.2", "warrantytime": "1.7" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.5", "warrantytime": "1.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1985, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }1983 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-112 1.8L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $39.00Labor: $100.00{ "partPrice": 39, "laborPrice": 100, "alldata_id": 2427, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2427, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA-6 Unit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-ring Kit", "price": "10.65", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724281" } ] } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.4", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.4", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-112 1.8L" }1983 Pontiac J2000/Sunbird L4-121 2.0L - Compressor Shaft Seal Costs
Parts: $35.00Labor: $84.00{ "partPrice": 35, "laborPrice": 84, "alldata_id": 2428, "alldata_vehicle_id": 2428, "title": "Compressor Shaft Seal", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-Ring Kit", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA-6 Unit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft O-ring Kit", "price": "10.65", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724281" } ] } ] }, { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "part": [ { "name": "Compressor Shaft Seal Kit", "price": "42.38", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "2724954" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "DA6 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "2.4", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] }, { "name": "V5 Compressor", "labor": { "note": "Does Not Include: Refrigerant Recovery Or Evacuate & Recharge AC System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.4", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Pontiac", "model": "J2000/Sunbird", "engine": "L4-121 2.0L" }