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Charging Preparation

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  1. Close all the valves of the manifold gauge.
  2. Close the valve of the refrigerant tank.
  3. Install the manifold gauge set. (See Refrigerant System General Procedures .)
  4. Connect the tap pin side of the charging hose to the air purge valve of the manifold gauge.
    Fig 1: Connecting Tap Pin Side Of Charging Hose To Air Purge Valve Of Manifold Gauge
    G10910184Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the vacuum pump hose to the center joint of the manifold gauge.
  6. Connect the vacuum pump hose to the vacuum pump.
  7. Connect the charging hose to the refrigerant tank.
  8. Place the refrigerant tank on the scale.

    Regular Amount Of Refrigerant (approx. quantity) 

    • 395-445 g {14.0-15.6  oz}