Introduction
The purpose of this repair manual is to provide service
advisors and technicians with the basic knowledge needed to
ensure professional and competent procedures.
Note
Only the c
Physical Principles
The four known states of water also apply to air
conditioning system refrigerants.
1 - Gaseous (invisible)
2 - Vapor
3 - Liquid
4 - Solid
Refrigerant R134a Physical Data
Vehicle air conditioning systems make use of the
vaporization and condensation process. In this case, one works
with a substance which boils easily, designated as ref
The Battery -A- can also be checked using the Vehicle
Diagnostic Tester when it is installed and without being
connected to a battery charger.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
Test Prerequisites
No battery charger connected
Battery -A- is connected.
B
Approved Refrigerant Oils and Capacities
Note
As PAG (polyalkylene glycol) oil is highly hygroscopic
(attracts water), opened containers are to be immediately
resealed so as to be air-tight.
PAG oil from containers which have been open for a lengthy
period is no longer usable.
Refrige