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Checking And Adjusting For Compressor Replacement

150 cc of oil is charged in compressor (service parts). So it is necessary to drain the proper amount of oil from the new compressor.

  1. Perform OIL RETURN OPERATION  .
  2. Discharge and recover the refrigerant and remove the compressor.
  3. Drain the compressor oil and measure the extracted oil.
  4. Check the compressor oil for contamination.
  5. Adjust the oil level as required.
    Fig 1: Compressor Oil Chart Specification Chart
    G00326024Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Evacuate, charge and perform the OIL RETURN OPERATION  .
  7. Check the system operation.