Kia Rio: Air Conditioning System / Refrigerant line

Kia Rio 2017-2021 YB Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Refrigerant line

Repair procedures

Replacement

1.	Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.

Replace faulty tube or hose.

Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

Tighten joint of bolt or nut to specified torque.

Connections should not be torque tighter than the specified torque.

Evacuate air in refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant.

Specified amount : 450 ± 25 g (15.7 ± 0.88 oz.)

5.	Inspect for leakage of refrigerant. Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.

6.	Inspect A/C operation.

Compressor Oil

Repair procedures Oil Specification 1. The HFC-134a system requires synthetic compressor oil (PAG) whereas the R-12 system requires mineral compressor oil. The two oil ...

Compressor

Description and operation Description The compressor is the power unit of the A/C system. It is located on the side of engine block and driven by a V-belt of engine. The compressor ...

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