Refrigerant Leak Testing

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.

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
J 41447 R-134a A/C Tracer Dye-Box of 24. See Special Tools and Equipment .
J 41459 R-134a A/C Tracer Dye Injector. See Special Tools and Equipment .
J 42220 Universal 12V Leak Detection Lamp. See Special Tools and Equipment .
J 43872 Fluorescent Dye Cleaner. See Special Tools and Equipment .

IMPORTANT: The preferred method of leak testing is with the use of fluorescent dye. J 41447 is the only fluorescent dye approved by General Motors. See Special Tools and Equipment .

The fluorescent dye mixes and flows with the PAG oil throughout the refrigerant system.