Mariner 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2006)
1. Check for leaks using an approved UV lamp.
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Inspect all the components, lines and fittings of the refrigerant system.
2. If a leak is found, recover the refrigerant.
3. Repair the refrigerant system leak(s).
4. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system.
5. After the leak(s) is/are repaired, remove any traces of fluorescent dye with a general purpose oil solvent.
6. Verify the repair by running the vehicle for a short period of time and rechecking the area of the leak with an approved UV lamp.
Fluorescent Dye Injection - Using an A/C Center and Dye Injector
NOTE:
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Fluorescent refrigerant system dye is added to the refrigerant system at the factory to assist in refrigerant system leak diagnosis using an approved
ultraviolet blacklight. It is not necessary to add additional dye to the refrigerant system before diagnosing leaks, even if a significant amount of
refrigerant has been removed from the system. New suction accumulators and receiver/driers are shipped with a fluorescent dye wafer included in
the desiccant bag which will dissolve after approximately 30 minutes of continued A/C operation. It is not necessary to add dye after flushing or
filtering the refrigerant system because a new suction accumulator or receiver/drier is installed as part of the flushing or filtering procedure.
Additional refrigerant system dye should only be added if more than 50% of the refrigerant system lubricant capacity has been lost due to a fitting
separation, hose rupture or other damage.
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Before using the R-134a fluorescent dye injector for the first time, refer to the manufacturer instructions on evacuation of any non-condensable
gasses from the hoses.
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Only connect the R-134a fluorescent dye injector to a manifold and gauge set or R-134a refrigerant center when fluorescent dye is to be injected.
The R-134a fluorescent dye injector has a one-way check valve that will prevent refrigerant system recovery and evacuation.
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The refrigerant system pressure should be between 413-551 kPa (60-80 psi) at 24°C (75°F) with the engine off.
1. Connect an R-134a A/C center or a manifold and gauge set to the refrigerant system port valves.
2. Verify that the valves on the fluorescent dye injector are closed.
