Repair Instructions: Flushing: Notes
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Tools Required
- J 41447 R-134A A/C Tracer Dye - Box of 24. See Special Tools .
- J 42220 Universal 12V Leak Detection Lamp. See Special Tools .
- J 43600 ACR 2000 Air Conditioning Service Center. See Special Tools .
- J 45268 A/C Flush Adapter Kit. See Special Tools .
IMPORTANT:
Flushing is not intended to remove metal from the A/C system.
Flushing is intended to remove the following:
- Contaminated polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil
- Desiccant, following a desiccant bag failure
- Overcharge of PAG oil
- Refrigerant contamination