| Oil Specification |
| 1. | The HFC-134a system requires synthetic (POE) compressor oil whereas the R-12 system requires mineral compressor oil. The two oils must never be mixed. |
| 2. | Compressor (POE) oil varies according to compressor model. Be sure to use oil specified for the model of compressor.
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| 1. | The oil should be free from moisture, dust, metal powder, etc. |
| 2. | Do not mix with other oil. |
| 3. | The water content in the oil increases when exposed to air. After use, seal oil from air immediately. (HFC-134a Compressor Oil absorbs moisture very easily.) |
| 4. | The compressor oil must be stored in steel containers, not in plastic containers. |
Oil total volume in system POE OIL : 130±10g (4.58±0.35oz.) |
| 1. | Open all the doors and engine hood. |
| 2. | Start the engine and air conditioning switch to "ON" and set the blower motor control knob at its highest position. |
| 3. | Stop the engine. |
Component Location IndexEngine Room1. Expansion valve2. Service port (Low pressure)3. Service port (High pressure)4. Discharge hose 5. Suction & Liquid tube assembly6.
Components Location1. Refrigerant Line Assembly
Diagnosis With GDS1.The heating, ventilation and air conditioning can be quickly diagnosed failed parts with vehicle diagnostic system (GDS).※ The diagnostic system (GDS) provides the following information.(1) Self diagnosis : Checking the failure code (DTC) and display.
Removal1.Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.2.Remove the steering wheel assembly.(Refer to Steering System - "Steering Wheel")3.Remove the steering back cover (A).4.Remove the steering remote control connector (A).5.Remove the steering remote control after loosening the screws.