Leak Tracing, Fluorescent Tracing Agent/UV Lamp: Regulations

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Filling and leak tracing the climate control system using fluorescent tracing agent and a UV lamp.

Fig 1: Battery And Jumper Cables

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE: The coloring agent may discolor the car paintwork. Therefore extreme caution must be taken when handling the tracing agent.

NOTE: Carefully follow the manufacturers instructions when handling the UV lamp and the tracing agent.

NOTE: After filling with the tracing agent, the decal supplied by the manufacturer/supplier must be applied at the point indicated.

NOTE: When leak tracing, always use the protective goggles supplied with the equipment. The goggles make the color more visible.