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A/C System Performance

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  1. Park vehicle out of direct sunlight. Install A/C manifold gauge set. Start engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. Raise engine speed to 1500 RPM. Set temperature control dial to MAX COOL position, mode control dial to vent position and recirculation control switch to recirculated air position.
  2. Turn A/C on and set blower motor on highest speed. Close all doors and windows. Insert thermometer in center vent outlet. Operate system for 10 minutes to allow system to stabilize.
  3. After running A/C for 10 minutes, check thermometer reading in center vent outlet and high and low-side system pressure to determine if A/C system is operating within range. See Fig 1 .
Fig 1: A/C System Performance Test Chart
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