Magnum SRT-8 V8-6.1L VIN 3 (2006)
Hose/Line HVAC: Testing and Inspection
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM LEAKS
WARNING:
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R-134a SERVICE EQUIPMENT OR VEHICLE A/C SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE PRESSURE TESTED OR LEAK TESTED WITH
COMPRESSED AIR. MIXTURE OF AIR AND R-134A CAN BE COMBUSTIBLE AT ELEVATED PRESSURES. THESE MIXTURES
ARE POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS AND MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
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AVOID BREATHING A/C REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT VAPOR OR MIST. EXPOSURE MAY IRRITATE EYES, NOSE AND
THROAT. USE ONLY APPROVED SERVICE EQUIPMENT MEETING SAE REQUIREMENTS TO DISCHARGE R-134a SYSTEM.
IF ACCIDENTAL SYSTEM DISCHARGE OCCURS, VENTILATE WORK AREA BEFORE RESUMING SERVICE.
SYSTEM EMPTY
1. Evacuate the refrigerant system to the lowest degree of vacuum possible (approximately 28 in Hg.). Determine if the system holds a vacuum for
15 minutes. If vacuum is held, a leak is probably not present. If system will not maintain vacuum level, proceed to Step 2.
2. Prepare and dispense 0.284 kilograms (10 ounces) of R-134a refrigerant into the evacuated refrigerant system and proceed to Step 1 of the
System Low procedure.
SYSTEM LOW
1. Position the vehicle in a wind free work area. This will aid in detecting small leaks.
2. Operate the heating-A/C system with the engine at idle under the following conditions for at least five minutes.
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Doors or windows open
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Transmission in Park
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A/C-heater controls set to outside air, full cool, panel mode, high blower and with A/C compressor engaged
CAUTION: A leak detector only designed for R-12 refrigerant will not detect leaks in a R-134a refrigerant system.
3. Shut the vehicle Off and wait 2-7 minutes. Then use an electronic leak detector that is designed to detect R-134a refrigerant and search for leaks.
Fittings, lines or components that appear to be oily usually indicate a refrigerant leak. To inspect the A/C evaporator for leaks, insert the leak
detector probe into the drain tube opening or an air outlet. A dye for R-134a is available to aid in leak detection. Use only DaimlerChrysler
approved refrigerant dye.
