Repair Instructions: Flushing: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Tools Required
- J 43600 Air 2000 Air Conditioning Service Center
- J 45268 A/C Flushing Adapter Kit
- J 41447 R-134A A/C Tracer Dye - Box of 24
- J 41459 R-134A - A/C Tracer Dye Injector
- J 42220 Universal 12V Leak Detection Lamp
Flushing is intended to remove the following:
- Contaminated PAG oil
- Desiccant, following a desiccant bag failure
- Overcharge of PAG oil
- Refrigerant contamination
Important: Warmer engine or ambient temperature decreases the refrigerant recovery time during the A/C flush procedure.