1995 SUBARU LEGACY air conditioning

5) Check idle speed when unloaded. (With headlights,
heater fan, rear defroster, radiator fan, air conditioning, etc.
OFF)
Idle speed (No load and gears in neutral (MT) or N or
P (AT) position):
700±100 rpm
6) Check idle speed when loaded. (Turn air conditioning
switch to“ON”and operate compressor for at least one
minute before measurement.)
Idle speed [A/C“ON”, no load and gears in neutral
(MT) or N or P (AT) position]:
850±50 rpm
CAUTION:
Never rotate idle adjusting screw. If idle speed is out
of specifications, refer to General On-board Diagnosis
Table under “2-7 On-Board Diagnostics II System”.
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3. Engine Idle Speed

1. Air Conditioning System
A: SPECIFICATIONS
Item Specifications
Type of air conditionerReheat air-mix type
Cooling capacity (IMACA)4.885 kW
(4,200 kcal/h, 16,666 BTU/h)
RefrigerantHFC-134a (CH
2FCF3)
[0.6 — 0.7 kg
(1.3 — 1.5 lb)]
CompressorType Swash plate type (DKS-15CH)
Discharge 147 cm
3(8.97 cu in)/rev
Max. permissible speed 7,000 rpm
Magnet clutchTy p eDry, single-disc type
Power consumption 44 W
Type of belt V-Ribbed 4 PK
Pulley dia. (effective dia.) 115 mm (4.53 in)
Pulley ratio1.16
CondenserType Corrugated fin (Multi-flow)
Core face area 0.215 m
2(2.31 sq ft)
Core thickness 19 mm (0.75 in)
Radiation area 4.7 m
2(51 sq ft)
Receiver drier Effective inner capacity 290 cm3(17.70 cu in)
Expansion valve TypeExternal equalizing
EvaporatorTy p eA
-laminate
Dimensions (W x H x T)74 x 224 x 235 mm
(2.91 x 8.82 x 9.25 in)
Blower fanFan typeSirocco fan
Outer diameter x width 150 x 75 mm (5.91 x 2.95 in)
Power consumption 230 W at 12 V
Condenser fan
(Sub fan)Motor typeMagnet
Power consumption 120 W at 12 V
Fan outer diameter 320 mm (12.60 in)
Radiator fan
(Main fan)Motor typeMagnet
Power consumption 120 W at 12 V
Fan outer diameter 320 mm (12.60 in)
Idling speed with
F.I.C.D. in operationMPFI model 850±50 rpm (700±50 rpm “D” range in AT model)
Dual switch
(Pressure switch)
High-pressure line
B4M0083A
Compressor relief valve
blow-out pressure
B4M0084A
Thermo control
amplifier working
temperature
(Evaporator outlet air)
G4M0938
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4-7SPECIFICATIONS
1. Air Conditioning System

1. Air Conditioning System
1. LHD MODEL
B4M0085A

1Receiver drier bracket


2Pipe (Receiver drier—Evaporator module)


3Receiver drier


4Evaporator module


5Hose (Low-pressure)


6A/C relay


7Fuse


8Hose (High-pressure)


9Compressor


10Condenser


11Pipe (Condenser—Receiver drier)
Tightening torque: N⋅m (kg-m, ft-lb)
T1: 7.4±2.0 (0.75±0.2, 5.4±1.4)
T2: 13±4 (1.3±0.4, 9.4±2.9)
T3: 15±3 (1.5±0.3, 10.8±2.2)
T4: 25±5 (2.5±0.5, 18.1±3.6)
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4-7COMPONENT PARTS
1. Air Conditioning System

2. RHD MODEL
B4M0683A

1Receiver drier


2Pipe (Receiver drier—Evaporator module)


3Evaporator module


4Hose (Low-pressure)


5A/C relay


6Fuse


7Hose (High-pressure)


8Compressor


9Condenser


10Pipe (Condenser—Receiver drier)
Tightening torque: N⋅m (kg-m, ft-lb)
T1: 7.4±2.0 (0.75±0.2, 5.4±1.4)
T2: 15±3 (1.5±0.3, 10.8±2.2)
T3: 15±5 (1.5±0.5, 10.8±3.6)
T4: 25±5 (2.5±0.5, 18.1±3.6)
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4-7COMPONENT PARTS
1. Air Conditioning System

1. Safety Precautions
1. HFC-134a AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
Component parts of the cooling system, refrigerant, com-
pressor oil, and other parts are not the same for the HFC-
134a system and the older CFC-12 system. Do not inter-
change parts or liquid.
Vehicles with HFC-134a air conditioning systems, use only
HFC-134a parts that are indicated on a label attached to
the vehicle. Before performing any maintenance, verify the
type of air conditioning system installed in the vehicle.
B4M0686A
2. COMPRESSOR OIL
Do not use any compressor oil that is not specifically des-
ignated for the HFC-134a air conditioning system; only use
ZXL100PG. Also, do not use HFC-134a compressor oil in
the CFC-12 air conditioning system. If compression oils are
mixed, poor lubrication will result and the compressor itself
may be damaged.
Because HFC-134a compressor oil is very hygroscopic
(easily absorbs moisture), when parts of the air condition-
ing system are being removed, quickly install a blind plug
to prevent contact with the outside air. Also, always make
sure that the service container for compressor oil is tightly
closed except when in use. Store compressor oil in a tightly
closed steel container.
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4-7SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Safety Precautions

3. REFRIGERANT
Do not put CFC-12 refrigerant into a HFC-134a air condi-
tioning system. Also, do not put HFC-134a refrigerant into
a CFC-12 air conditioning system. If the wrong refrigerant
is used, poor lubrication will result and the compressor
itself may be destroyed.
G4M0979
4. HANDLING OF REFRIGERANT
Because refrigerant boils at approx. 30°C (22°F) at sea
level, it is cold enough to give you severe frostbite. Always
wear goggles to protect your eyes and gloves to protect
your hands. Also, even under the pressures normally found
in CFC-12 containers, refrigerant will boil with the addition
of heat. This could raise the pressure inside the container
to a dangerous level.
Never expose a can of HFC-134a to direct sunlight, or to
temperatures over 40°C (104°F). One more thing to
remember about HFC-134a is that when it is exposed to an
open flame or to hot metal, it forms phosgene, a deadly
gas. Do not discharge HFC-134a into the atmosphere on
purpose. Always read and follow the precautions on the
HFC-134a bottle.
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4-7SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Safety Precautions

1. Air Conditioning System Diagnosis
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4-7DIAGNOSTICS
1. Air Conditioning System Diagnosis

2. Performance Test Diagnosis
If various conditions caused to other air conditioning
system, the characteristics revealed on manifold gauge
reading are shown in the following:
As to the method of a performance test, refer to the item
of“Performance Test”.
Each shaded area on the following tables indicates a read-
ing of the normal system when the temperature of outside
air is 32.5°C (91°F).
Condition Probable cause Corrective action
INSUFFICIENT REFRIGERANT CHARGE
G4M0673
Insufficient cooling Refrigerant is small, or
leaking a little.1. Perform leak test.
2. Repair leak.
3. Charge system.
Evacuate, as
necessary, and
recharge system.
ALMOST NO REFRIGERANT
G4M0674
No cooling action Serious refrigerant leak.Stop compressor
immediately.
1. Perform leak test.
2. Discharge system.
3. Repair leak(s).
4. Replace receiver
drier if necessary.
5. Check oil level.
6. Evacuate and
recharge system.
FAULTY EXPANSION VALVE
G4M0675
Slight cooling;
Sweating or frosted
expansion valve inlet.Expansion valve
restricts refrigerant flow.
Expansion valve is
clogged.
Expansion valve is
inoperative.
Valve stuck closed.
Thermal bulb has lost
charge.If valve inlet reveals
sweat or frost:
1. Discharge system.
2. Remove valve and
clean it. Replace it if
necessary.
3. Evacuate system.
4. Charge system.
If valve does not oper-
ate:
1. Discharge system.
2. Replace valve.
3. Evacuate and charge
system.
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4-7DIAGNOSTICS
2. Performance Test Diagnosis