Vacuum Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Vacuum-pump the system for approx. 50 minutes.
See Emptying/Vacuum Pumping/Filling With Refrigerant
Carry out vacuum check.

Fig 1: Identifying A/C System Service Valve

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Was there a noticeable increase in pressure during the vacuum test?

YES
Refer to Repairs
NO
Refer to Filling

Vacuum-pump the system for approx. 50 minutes.
See Emptying/Vacuum Pumping/Filling With Refrigerant
Carry out vacuum check.

Fig 1: Identifying A/C System Service Valve

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Is the vacuum check OK?

YES
Refer to Filling
NO
Refer to Remedy Leakage

Vacuum-pump the system for approx. 50 minutes.
See Draining/Vacuum Pumping/Filling With Coolant And Leak-Finding
Carry out vacuum check.

Fig 1: Identifying A/C System Service Valve

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Was there a noticeable increase in pressure during the vacuum test?

YES
Refer to Repairs
NO
Refer to Filling

Vacuum-pump the system for approx. 50 minutes.
See Draining/Vacuum Pumping/Filling With Coolant And Leak-Finding
Carry out vacuum check.

Fig 1: Identifying A/C System Service Valve

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Is the vacuum check OK?

YES
Refer to Filling
NO
Refer to Remedy Leakage