VOLVO AC R134 refit kit instructions for the 700 series
Conversion of A/C system from R12 to R134a Retrofit: Page 9
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Refilling system with refrigerant
On completion of vacuum pumping, fill system with max. 200 grams (0.44 lbs) refrigerant R134a
Leakage testing after filling. Use leakage detector.
Repair any leaks.
When no leakage is detected fill with remainder of refrigerant R134a to the amount stated below. (the link refers to a table of refrigerant capacities)
| 740 | -1990 | 2.4 lb |
| 760 | -1987 | 2.4 lb |
| 780 | -1991 | 2.4 lb |
| 740/940 | 91-92 | 2.1 lb |
| 940SE/760/960 | 88-92 | 2.0 lb |
I applied the small amount of freon from a filler hose that I purchased at a local parts store where I purchased the freon cans. One end screws onto the can and the other snaps onto the filler cap installed previously. Hold the can upright so gas, not liquid, is sucked into the system. I then opened the valve and let the vacuum suck the initial freon into the system and then the can provided enough pressure to trigger the pressostat switch to turn on the compressor. I started the car and turned the A/C system on to max cool and raised the idle and made the compressor suck the freon out of the can. I have a 88 740 which requires 2.4 lb or 38 oz. The cans are 12 oz. I put in 36 oz and saved the other can for a spare. Once freon is added check for proper cooling, and your done. The remainder is if you could pump the correct amount in the system.
Verify Functions
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Start:
- Engine
- A/C System
- Compressor starts and operates normally without unusual noise
- In car air is cooled.
Stop engine
Check for leakage with leakage detector Repair and leaks indicated.