Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Refrigerant Line Repair procedures
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Discharge refrigerant from the refrigeration system.
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Replace faulty tube or hose.
Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out
of the system.
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Tighten the bolt or nut joint to the specified torque.
Connections should not be tightened to exceed the specified
torque.
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Evacuate air in the refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant.
Specified amount
550 ± 25g (19.4 ± 0.88 oz.)
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Inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Using a gas leak detector, check for refrigerant leakage.
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6. |
Inspect A/C operation.
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Oil Specification
1.
The HFC-134a system requires synthetic (PAG) compressor oil whereas
the R-12 system requires mineral compressor oil. The two oils must never ...
Component Location
1. Compressor
Components
[THETA Engine]
1. Clutch Bolt
2. Limiter Bolt
3. Limiter &am ...
Other information:
The temperature will increase to the maximum (HI) by turning the knob to the
extreme right.
The temperature will decrease to the minimum (Lo) by turning the knob to the
extreme left.
When turning the knob, the temperature will increase or decrease by 1°F/0.5°C.
When set to the lowest tem ...
Component Location
1. Back view camera
2. Inside rear view mirror
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