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Heating and Air Conditioning: Application and ID



A/C Refrigerant System, Identification

NOTE: Before carrying out any work on the A/C refrigerant system, refer to all CAUTIONS and WARNINGS in A/C refrigerant system safety measures.

A/C refrigerant system is charged with refrigerant R-134a.

A label specifying refrigerant type may be located on the compressor or radiator support.







A/C refrigerant circuit with expansion valve and receiver drier
1 - Evaporator
2 - Expansion valve
3 - High pressure service valve
4 - Sight glass (if equipped)
5 - Receiver drier
6 - Condenser
7 - Compressor

NOTE: Arrows indicate direction of refrigerant flow.