Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Leaks or internal damage (e.g. noises or lack of power)
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Drain refrigerant circuit. |
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Remove air conditioner compressor. |
 Note
| In the event of internal damage (to air conditioner
compressor), purge with R134a refrigerant
→ Chapter. |
| If a different air conditioner compressor with other
refrigerant oil is fitted, purge the refrigerant circuit with
R134a refrigerant
→ Chapter. |
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Renew receiver / dryer cartridge and expansion valve or
reservoir and restrictor. Only if there was no more refrigerant
in the circuit. |
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If leaking, examine the expansion valve for dirt or
corrosion; renew if necessary. |
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Assemble refrigerant circuit, evacuate and charge. |
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Drain refrigerant circuit.
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Remove air conditioner compressor.
Note
If a different air conditioner com ...
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Driving
a loaded vehicle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings For good vehicle handling when driving a loaded vehicle,
please observe the following:
Stow all items of luggage securely .
Accelerate carefully and gently.
Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres. ...
Safety markings on battery
Safety markings on battery
1. -
Fires, sparks, naked flames and smoking are prohibited when
handling batteries. Avoid sparks as well as electrostatic
discharge when working with cables and electrical units. Avoid
short ci ...
Engine cooling
Since higher demands are placed on the engine cooling system
when a trailer is being towed, the cooling system is uprated in
conjunction with factory fitted towing attachments if this is a
technical necessity. This is carried out, for example, by
install ...
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Without needing to purge refrigerant circuit of contaminants (cleaning),
e.g. in cases of external damage after an accident