Dodge Journey: Description, Operation
DESCRIPTION
The refrigerant oil used in R-134a refrigerant systems is a synthetic-based, polyalkylene glycol (PAG), wax-free lubricant. Mineral-based R-12 refrigerant oils are not compatible with PAG oils and should never be introduced to an R-134a refrigerant system.
There are different PAG oils available and each contain a different additive package. Always use only the type of refrigerant oil recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant system oil level when replacing an A/C compressor. Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant oil level can prevent the A/C system from operating as designed and can cause serious A/C compressor damage.
The A/C compressors used in this vehicle is designed to use ND-8 PAG refrigerant oil. Use only this type of refrigerant oil in the refrigerant system.
OPERATION
After performing any refrigerant recovery or recycling operation, always replenish the refrigerant system with the same amount of the recommended refrigerant oil as was removed. Too little refrigerant oil can cause A/C compressor damage, and too much can reduce A/C system performance.
PAG refrigerant oil is more hygroscopic than mineral oil, and will absorb any moisture it comes into contact with, even moisture in the air. The PAG oil container should always be kept tightly capped until it is ready to be used. After use, recap the oil container immediately to prevent moisture contamination.
Oil, refrigerant
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Standard Procedure
REFRIGERANT OIL LEVEL
When an A/C system is assembled at the factory, all components except the A/C
compressor are refrigerant oil
free. After the refrigerant system has been charged and operated, ...
See also:
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION
Tire Pressure
Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary
areas are affected by improper tire pressure:
Safety
WARNING:
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Assembly
NOTE: If the coil spring has been removed from the spring compressor,
proceed with
the next step, otherwise, proceed with 3.
NOTE: To determine the flat coil end of the coil spring for the ...
Tray, battery
DESCRIPTION
The battery is placed and secured in a stamped steel battery tray. The
battery tray is located in the left front side
of the vehicle, just ahead of the left front wheel and tire assemb ...