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Refrigerant Oil

Refrigerant Oil Capacities

PAG Oil, Sanden 110 +/- 10 cc (3.7 +/- 0.3 fl. oz.)

PAG Oil, Zexel 120 +/- 15 cc (4.0 +/- 0.5 fl. oz.)

PAG Oil, Denso 140 +/- 10 cc (4.7 +/- 0.3 fl. oz.)






Oil Distribution

The oil, which is located in the sump of the A/C compressor before initially switching on the air conditioner system, is distributed through the refrigerant circuit as follows:

Compressor approximately 50%

Condenser approximately 10%

Suction hose approximately 10%

Evaporator approximately 20%

Fluid reservoir approximately 10%