Montero Sport LTD 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (1999)
Refrigerant: Service and Repair
Correcting Refrigerant Level Using a Bulk Container
CORRECTING LOW REFRIGERANT LEVEL IN CASE THE BULK CONTAINER IS USED.
1. Install the adaptor valve with the handle turned all the way in (valve close) to the bulk container.
2. Connect the charging hose (blue) to the adaptor valve.
3. Connect the charging hose (blue) to the quick joint (for low-pressure).
4. Open the valve of the bulk container.
5. Turn the handle of the adaptor valve to bleed the air.
6. Install the quick joint (for low-pressure) to the low-pressure service valve.
NOTE: The low-pressure service valve should be connected to the suction hose.
7. Start the engine.
8. Operate the air conditioner and set at the lowest temperature (MAXIMUM COOL).
9. Fix the engine speed at 1,500 rpm.
CAUTION: If the bulk container is inverted, liquid refrigerant may be draw into the compressor damaging it by hydraulic lock. Keep the bulk
container upright to ensure that refrigerant is changed in gas state.
10. Tighten the handle of the adaptor valve (valve open), and replenish refrigerant.
11. After replenishing is completed, turn the handle of the adaptor valve all the way in (valve close), and remove the quick joint.
