Checking A/C System

- Start engine.





- Turn on A/C, select highest fan speed, turn temperature selector to maximum cooling (not "REC" recirculation), and leave front doors and windows open.
- Check that the compressor starts. If the compressor does not start, refrigerant may have leaked Out.

If the compressor starts,
there is refrigerant in the system.

- Turn off engine.
- Carry out a leak test with leak detector and note leaks
- Connect recovery/recycling station for R12
- Recover R12 from the A/C system. Evacuate A/C system for 10 minutes or until there is a vacuum (about 10 min).
- Disconnect recovery/recycling station.
- Repair/replace any leaking components (except for corresponding parts included in the kit).

If the compressor does not start when tested:

- Check for visible leaks and other visible faults in the system, e.g., loose electrical connections, etc.
- Connect recovery/recycling station for R12
- Recover R12 from the A/C system. Evacuate A/C system for 10 minutes or until there is a vacuum (about 10 min).
- Disconnect recovery/recycling station.
- Repair/replace any leaking components (except for corresponding parts included in the kit).