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Refrigerant Oil Charge Capacity

REFRIGERATION OIL TYPE
A/C system O-ring and fitting lubricant Mineral Base 525 Viscosity Refrigerant Oil

A/C System Internal Lubricant PAG [01]

[01] Polyalkine Glycol synthetic refrigerant oil, GM part No. 12345923 or equivalent.


TOTAL SYSTEM CAPACITY 8 fl. oz.


OIL CHARGE WHEN REPLACING COMPONENT
Compressor [see note]
Accumulator 3.5 (fl. oz.)
Evaporator 3 (fl. oz.)
Condenser 1 (fl. oz.)

Note: Drain oil from old compressor and measure, then drain new compressor. Add same amount to new compressor as drained from old compressor, plus one ounce.