Pinpoint Test A: Leak Tests
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- A1: LEAK TEST 1
When charging the system with nitrogen, the pressure should be regulated to 7.0 bar.
NOTE: This test is performed with the engine not running.- Charge the air conditioning system with nitrogen
- Isolate the nitrogen supply
- Monitor the pressure gauge and check for leaks for 30 minutes
Has the source of the leak been identified?
- Yes : Rectify the leak as necessary. Install a new receiver drier. Using the manufacturer approved equipment, evacuate and recharge the air conditioning system with the correct quantity of refrigerant and oil
- No : GO to A2.
- A2: LEAK TEST 2
- Using the manufacturer approved equipment, evacuate and recharge the air conditioning system with the correct quantity of refrigerant and oil
- Using the manufacturer approved refrigerant leak detector, check for a refrigerant leak
Was a refrigerant leak detected?
- Yes : Using the manufacturer approved equipment, recover the refrigerant. Repair the leak as necessary. Evacuate and recharge the air conditioning system with the correct quantity of refrigerant and oil
- No : Repair complete