Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Notes to repairs on refrigerant circuit

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Air conditioning system with refrigerant R134a / General information on refrigerant circuit / Air conditioner service and recycling equipment / Notes to repairs on refrigerant circuit

WARNING

When working on the refrigerant circuit, observe generally applicable safety rules and the Regulations for Pressure Tanks.

Caution

Non-authorised tools or materials (e.g. leak inhibitor additive) may cause damage or adversely influence the system.

Only tools and materials approved by the manufacturer may be used.

The use of non-approved tools or materials will render the warranty void.

Special tools and accessories:

To ensure a correct and professional repair to an air conditioning system:

Special tools and materials are required; these are listed on → Chapter.

The essential information on the leak detector should be referred to → Chapter.

Expert knowledge is necessary.

Note

Releasing refrigerant into the environment is not permitted → Chapter.

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