A/C - Use of Correct Refrigerant

Group
8

Number
9602

Model
All

Part Identifier
N/A

June 6, 1996

Subject:
Use of Correct A/C Refrigerant

ATTENTION: Service Manager / Service Technician

Models Affected:

All Porsche Models

Concern:

Use of non Porsche approved Air Conditioning Refrigerant.

General Information:

The only Air Conditioning Refrigerants approved for use in Porsche vehicles are R12 or R134a depending on model year or if vehicle has been refitted for R134a use.

Some substitute refrigerants that are on the U.S. and Canadian market may contain flammable substances such as propane. These substitute refrigerants may cause safety and performance problems in the air conditioning system, along with contaminating recycling equipment and any subsequent vehicles serviced with this equipment.

Specialized test equipment that can identify refrigerant types is available from NEUTRONICS INC. Information regarding these testers can be found in Porsche Equipment Bulletin number 9501.