6 V6-3.0L DOHC (2003)
Refrigerant: Technical Service Bulletins
A/C - Tracer Dye Usage Recommendations
TSB: 07-005/06
MULTI-MODEL - USE OF A/C TRACER DYE
NOTE:
This bulletin replaces U-008/97. Please update your records accordingly.
BULLETIN NOTE
This bulletin supersedes the previous bulletin U-008/97, issued on 05/19/97. The APPLICABLE MODELS has been revised.
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
1997-2003 Protege
1997-2005 Miata
1997-2002 626
1997-2002 Millenia
1997-2006 MPV
2003-2004 Mazda6 (produced before April 29, 2004)
2004-2007 Mazda3
2004-2007 RX-8
2006-2007 Mazda5
2006-2007 MX-5
2007 CX-7
NOTE:
1994-2007 B-Series, 2001-2006 Tribute, and 2004-2007 Mazda6 have A/C tracer dye in their system from the factory.
DESCRIPTION
This bulletin describes how to use florescent A/C leak detecting tracer dye and light for finding minute, intermittent leaks.
NOTE:
Most electronic leak detectors can detect small steady leaks, but are ineffective on minute, intermittent leaks.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Follow the A/C tracer dye manufacturers instructions.
NOTE:
Different manufacturers have different methods for installing, measuring, and diagnosing with their particular product.
CAUTION:
Use only a tracer dye that is compatible with the type of refrigerant and oil in the vehicle's A/C system.The misuse of tracer dye can lead to
misdiagnosis and unnecessary parts replacement.
2.
After repairing the leak, clean the area that is covered with A/C tracer dye.
NOTE:
Cleaning the area will prevent a future technician from mistaking this residue as a current leak.
3.
When diagnosing an A/C leak on a vehicle that previously had tracer dye installed, thoroughly clean the suspected area and re-verify the leak prior
to repairing.
4.
After repairing the leak, evacuate and recharge the system as outlined in the Workshop Manual.
NOTE:
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DO NOT add additional A/C tracer dye when recharging the system.
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Flushing or changing the A/C oil is not necessary.
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Small amounts of the tracer dye will be found in the Recovery/Recycling tank if recovery is necessary.
