Airtightness Check

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Verify that the manifold gauge reading has not changed.

Fig 1: Checking Manifold Gauge Reading
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If the manifold gauge reading has changed, inspect the refrigerant system following the symptom troubleshooting procedure. (See FOREWORD [CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT (FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER)] .) (See FOREWORD [CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT (MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER)] .)
- If the reading has not changed, perform a charging new refrigerant. (See Charging New Refrigerant (HFC-134a) .)