TL L5-2451cc 2.5L SOHC MFI (1997)
Refrigerant: Technical Service Bulletins
A/C - Refrigerant Leak Detection
07-025
October 12, 2007
Applies To:
ALL Vehicles With Conventional A/C Compressors
A/C Leak Detection
(Supersedes 07-025, dated June 15, 2007, to update the information marked by asterisks)
The OPTIMAX Jr.(TM) A/C Leak Detection Kit for Acura vehicles, P/N TRP124893, is a new required tool. The kit is used to add small amounts of
dye to A/C systems to help locate smaller leaks that an electronic leak detector might not find.
When searching for leaks, always begin by using an electronic leak detector. Refer to Service Bulletin 97-013, Denso HLD-100 Halogen Leak Detector,
for tips on using this tool, then follow up with the OPTIMAX Jr.
This new detection kit complements, but does not replace the electronic detector.
The kit contains:
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TRP8640CS, OPTIMAX Jr. (TM) cordless, fluorescent leak detection flashlight lamp (includes 3 standard AA batteries)
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TRP38600601, (6) 0.06 oz. (1.7 g) Tracer-Stick(R) R134a/PAG A/C dye capsules with ID labels
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TRP3887, R-134a Universal Connect Set(TM)
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TRP120884, GLO-AWAY(TM) dye cleaner
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TRP9940, fluorescence-enhancing glasses
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TRP1143, (1) empty Tracer-Stick dye capsule
ORDERING INFO
*One OPTIMAX Jr. A/C Leak Detection Kit was shipped to each current dealer as a required special tool. Additional kits and replacement capsules may
be ordered through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program. On the IN, click on Service, Service Bay, Tool and Equipment Program, Online Catalog
tab, and Air Conditioning Equipment.*
NOTICE
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Only Tracer-Stick single-dose fluorescent dye capsules from Tracer Products (Tracerline(R) are approved for use in Acura vehicles. Other dyes
contain solvents that may contaminate the system's refrigerant oil, leading to component failure.
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Adding excessive amounts of dye can lead to compressor damage and failure.
USING THE OPTIMAX JR.
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Before adding any leak-detection dye, check to see if there is dye in the system now.
