Fluorescent Dye Injection
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- Not all of the fluorescent dyes are compatible with all air conditioning oils. Some types of dye decrease the oil viscosity or may chemically react with the oil.
- GE-41447 A/C Tracer Dye-Box of 24 can be poured directly into a removed A/C component.
- If the A/C system has been repaired and oil is needed in the system, use either the GE-50744 R-1234yf PAG Oil Injection Hose or GE-50745 R-1234yf POE Oil Injection Hose.
- 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 Dye Cleaner.
NOTE:
Use only fluorescent dye approved by General Motors.
NOTE:
Do NOT overcharge the A/C system with dye.