A/C Refrigerant Oil Replacement
A/C Refrigerant Oil ReplacementWARNING:
- Using the wrong refrigerant oil increases the chance of electric shock or death.
- Use only SANDEN SE-1OY refrigerant oil when servicing the A/C system.
Required POE refrigerant oil: SANDEN SE-10Y
- P/N 38899-RCJ-A01:120 mL (4 fl.oz)
The A/C compressor in this vehicle is powered by the high-voltage (144 V) battery module, and this oil is required because it has unique electrical insulting qualities.
Adding refrigerant oil to the system
Add the recommended refrigerant oil to the suction port of the A/C compressor in the amount listed if you replace any of the following parts.
- To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with other refrigerant oils.
- Immediately after using the oil, dispose of any remaining oil in the container, due to moisture absorption and short shelf life.
- Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if it gets on the paint, wash it off immediately.
Repairs needed if the wrong refrigerant oil was added
Use only the required Polyol Ester (POE) refrigerant oil SANDEN SE-10Y designed for the R-134a compressor. Intermixing the recommended (POE) refrigerant oil with any other refrigerant oil will result in A/C compressor failure. Using the wrong refrigerant oil can also be a safety hazard.
If the wrong refrigerant oil was added, and the A/C system is operated, the following components must be replaced:
- A/C compressor
- A/C condenser
- A/C evaporator
- Receiver/dryer
- A/C system lines and hoses
If the A/C system was not operated, then only the A/C compressor needs to be replaced.