L100 L4-2.2L VIN F (2001)
1. Connect refrigerant recovery and recycling station to high and low side service ports. Pull vacuum on system and evacuate for 20-30 minutes.
Note vacuum gauge reading.
2. Close high and low side service valves.
3. Watch low side gauge for vacuum loss (1 to 3 minutes).
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If loss is less than 3.38 kPa (1 in. Hg) from level recorded in Step 1, proceed to charging the A/C system.
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If vacuum loss is greater than 3.38 kPa (1 in. Hg) from level recorded in Step 1, charge with 0.23 kg (1/2 lb.) R-134a. Leak test, repair leaks,
and re-test.
IMPORTANT: Disconnect high side service valve from service port and check for vacuum loss before leak testing.
Refrigerant Drum Method
IMPORTANT:
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Refer to the emissions certification label (Saturn Power Module) for proper amount of R-134a charge.
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Verifying the purity of the refrigerant with a refrigerant purity identifier before charging is recommended.
If the R-134a drum is used, place it on a scale and note the total weight before charging. Watch the scale during charging to determine the amount of
R-134a used.
1. Connect the manifold gauge set as follows:
1.1 Low pressure gauge hose to low pressure service port on suction pipe muffler at inner right strut housing. Do not connect high pressure line to
the A/C system.
1.2 Manifold gauge set center hose connected to R-134a source.
Charging Station Method
Follow charging instructions provided with the charging station in use with the following exceptions:
