Fluorescent Dye Injection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: J 41447 is the only A/C leak detection dye approved by General Motors. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Not all of the fluorescent dyes are compatible with PAG oil.
Some types of dye decrease the oil viscosity or may chemically react with the oil.
R-134a leak detection dye requires time to work. Depending upon the leak rate, a leak may not become visible for between 15 minutes and 7 days.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT overcharge the A/C system with dye. This may cause reliability problems. Use only one 7.39 ml (0.25 oz) charge bottle of J 41447 . See Special Tools and Equipment .

With the A/C system charged, add J 41447 to the A/C system using J 41459 . See Special Tools and Equipment . Follow the instructions provided with J 41459 .
To prevent false diagnosis, thoroughly clean any residual dye from the service port with a rag and the approved fluorescent dye cleaner J 43872 . See Special Tools and Equipment .