Performance Test: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The vehicles to be tested should be in a place that is not in direct sunlight.
Close the high and low-pressure valve of the gauge manifold.
Connect the charging hose (blue) to the low-pressure valve and connect the charging hose (red) to the high-pressure valve of the gauge manifold.
Install the quick joint (for low-pressure) to the charging hose (blue), and connect the quick joint (for high-pressure) to the charging hose (red).
CAUTION:
- To connect the quick joint, press section A firmly against the service valve until a click is heard.
- When connecting, run your hand along the hose while pressing to ensure that there are no bends in the hose.
Connect the quick joint (for low-pressure) to the low-pressure service valve and connect the quick joint (for high-pressure) to the high-pressure service valve.
NOTE: The high-pressure service valve is on A/C pipe and the low-pressure service valve is on the suction hose.
Start the engine.
Set the A/C controls as follows:
- A/C switch: A/C - ON position
  
  Fig 1: Connecting Quick Joint (For Low-Pressure) To Low-Pressure Service Valve
  Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Mode selection: FACE position
- Temperature control: MAXIMUM COOLING position
- Air selection: RECIRCULATION position
- Blower switch: "4" (Fast) position
Adjust engine speed to 1,500 r/min with A/C clutch engaged.
Engine should be warmed up with doors and windows closed.
Insert a thermometer in the center air outlet and operate the engine for 20 minutes.
Note the discharge air temperature.
NOTE: If the clutch cycles, take the reading before the clutch disengages.

Fig 2: Inserting Thermometer In Center Air Outlet And Operate Engine
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION