Refrigerant Oil: Service and Repair

Compressor Oil

OPERATION

NOTE: Before making repairs, conduct the oil return operation to return the compressor oil in circulation with the refrigerant to the compressor.

1. Increase engine speed to 1,500 rpm.
2. Turn ON the A/C switch.
3. Turn the temperature control switch to MAX COOL.
4. Put in RECIRC position.
5. Turn the blower control switch to HI.
6. Leave in this condition for 10 minutes.




REPLACEMENT

NOTE:
- If a component is replaced, add an appropriate amount of compressor oil.
- When replacing the compressor, the new compressor will already have the specified amount of oil in it. Install the new compressor after removing the same amount of oil that is remaining in the compressor removed.