Recycle Refrigerant
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
- Always use HFC-134a for A/C refrigerant. If CFC - 12 is accidentally charged, compressor is damaged due to insufficient lubrication.
- Always observe and follow precautions described on refrigerant container. Incorrect handling may result in an explosion of refrigerant container, frostbite or the loss of eyesight.
- Do not breathe A/C refrigerant and oil vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose, or throat.
- Do not allow HFC - 134a to be exposed to an open flame or others because it generates poisonous gas when in contact with high temperature objects. Keep workshop well ventilated.
- Perform oil return operation. Refer to PERFORM OIL RETURN OPERATION . (If refrigerant or oil leakage is detected in a large amount, omit this step, and go to step 2.)CAUTION:
Do not perform oil return operation if a large amount of refrigerant or oil leakage is detected.
- Check gauge pressure readings of recovery/recycling/recharging equipment. When remaining pressure exists, recycle refrigerant from high-pressure hose and low-pressure hose.NOTE:
Follow manufacturer instructions for the handling or maintenance of the equipment. Do not fill the equipment with non-specified refrigerant.
- Remove A/C service valve cap from the vehicle.
- Connect recovery/recycling/recharging equipment to A/C service valve.
- Operate recovery/recycling/recharging equipment, and recycle refrigerant from the vehicle.
- Evacuate air for 10 minutes or more to remove any remaining refrigerant integrated to compressor oil, etc.
- Refrigerant recycle operation is complete.