Refrigerant: Service and Repair

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure


SETTING OF SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

WARNING:
Avoid breathing the A/C refrigerant and oil vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose, and throat.
Remove the HFC-134a (R-134a) from the A/C system using certified service equipment meeting the requirements of SAE J2210 (R-134a recycling equipment) or SAE J2201 (R-134a recovery equipment).
If an accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the work area before resuming service. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from the refrigerant and oil manufacturers.

Discharging Refrigerant






Evacuating System and Charging Refrigerant






Discharging, Evacuating, and Recharging the A/C System