Engine, Starting With Empty Refrigerant Circuit When Necessary
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If it is necessary to start the engine on a vehicle with an A/C compressor without a A/C Clutch -N25- with an empty refrigerant circuit.
- The refrigerant circuit must be fully assembled.
- There must be no vacuum in the refrigerant circuit.
- If the A/C compressor was removed: At least a quarter of the prescribed refrigerant oil amount must be in the A/C compressor.
- Engine speed must not exceed 2500 rpm.
- The engine should not be run for longer than absolutely necessary (for example, to move the vehicle into the workshop area).
If only the refrigerant was evacuated (the A/C compressor was not removed), it is guaranteed that there is enough refrigerant oil in the A/C compressor to continue lubricating the A/C compressor for a short operating period due to the design of the refrigerant circuit.