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DEFINITION: During A/C refrigerant system component replacement and conditions stated, new refrigerant system oil quantities should be added to the system as indicated.

Refrigerant System Internal Lubricant (including A/C Compressor)

Poly-Alkylene Glycol (PAG) Synthetic Refrigerant Oil

A/C Compressor

If amount drained from old compressor is less than or equal to 60 ml (2 oz) add only 60 ml.

If amount drained from old compressor is greater than 60 ml (2 oz) add the same amount as drained into the new compressor.

Accumulator

Add 60 ml (2 oz) more than amount drained from old accumulator

Condenser

30 ml

1 oz

Evaporator

90 ml

3 oz

Abrupt oil loss due to large refrigerant leak

Add 90 ml (3 oz) plus required amount for the component being replaced (cause of large leak)