Fluorescent Dye Injection
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- 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.NOTE:
Use only fluorescent dye approved by General Motors.
- GE-41447 A/C Tracer Dye-Box of 24 can be poured directly into a removed A/C component.
- GE-46297-12 Replacement Dye Cartridges is injected into the low side port using GE-46297 A/C Dye Injector Kit.
- 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.
- To prevent false diagnosis, thoroughly clean any residual dye from the service port with a rag and the approved GE-43872
Fluorescent Dye Cleaner.NOTE: Do NOT overcharge the A/C system with dye. Use only one 7.39 ml (0.25 oz) charge.