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

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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.

Charging devices that do not require a permit

Charging devices that do not require a permit are mobile charging devices into which pressurised gases are charged into compressed gas containers for exclusive use of ...

Statutory texts and instructions

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Other materials:

Removing and installing upper steering column trim
Special tools and workshop equipment required Removal wedge -3409- Removing – Release locking lever of steering wheel pos ...

Safety measures when working with pyrotechnic components
Safety measures when working with pyrotechnic components Note The following are pyrotechnic components: Airbag units Belt tensioner ...

Switching the auxiliary heater on or off
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Switching on the auxiliary heater: Manually with the immediate heat button in the air conditioning controls. The indicator lamp in the button lights ...