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A/C Refrigerant - Recommendations

Bulletin No.: 009/96
Issued: 10/21/96
Revised:

Category
U

Applicable Model/s
All Models

Subject:
USE OF R-12 REFRIGERANT SUBSTITUTES

APPLICABLE MODELS
All Models

DESCRIPTION

Mazda Corporation does not approve of using substitute R-12 refrigerants when an A/C system requires charging.

Use of these products may result in component damage and loss of warranty.

If service is required on a vehicle with an R-12 system, use only new or known good recycled refrigerant.

NOTE:
A/C systems designed to operate on R-12 can be recharged using only HFC-134a.

Using R-12 substitutes may result in a hazardous condition and/or A/C component damage.