ATC-16
PREPARATION
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and EquipmentNJS0000C
Never mix HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant and/or its specified lubricant with CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and/or
its lubricant.
Separate and non-interchangeable service equipment must be used for handling each type of refrigerant/lubri-
cant.
Refrigerant container fittings, service hose fittings and service equipment fittings (equipment which handles
refrigerant and/or lubricant) are different between CFC-12 (R-12) and HFC-134a (R-134a). This is to avoid
mixed use of the refrigerants/lubricant.
Never use adapters that convert one size fitting to another: refrigerant/lubricant contamination occurs and
compressor malfunction may result.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerantContainer color: Light blue
Container marking: HFC-134a (R-
134a)
Fitting size: Thread size
Large container 1/2″-16 ACME
Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
(DH-PS)Type: Polyalkylene glycol oil (PAG),
type S (DH-PS)
Application: HFC-134a (R-134a)
wobble (swash) plate compressors
(Nissan only)
Capacity: 40 m (1.4 US fl oz, 1.4
Imp fl oz)
(ACR2005-NI)
ACR5 A/C Service CenterFunction: Refrigerant recovery,
recycling and recharging
(J-41995)
Electrical A/C leak detectorPower supply:
DC 12 V (Battery terminal)
S-NT196
S-NT197
WJIA0293E
AHA281A
LUBRICANT
ATC-21
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
K
L
MA
B
AT C
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
LUBRICANTPFP:KLG00
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in CompressorNJS0000I
The lubricant in the compressor circulates through the system with the refrigerant. Add lubricant to compres-
sor when replacing any component or after a large refrigerant leakage occurred. It is important to maintain the
specified amount.
If lubricant quantity is not maintained properly, the following malfunctions may result:
Lack of lubricant: May lead to a seized compressor.
Excessive lubricant: Inadequate cooling (thermal exchange interference)
LUBRICANT
LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION
Adjust the lubricant quantity according to the test group shown below.
1. CHECK LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION
Can lubricant return operation be performed?
A/C system works properly.
There is no evidence of a large amount of lubricant leakage.
CAUTION:
If excessive lubricant leakage is noted, never perform the lubricant return operation.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> GO TO 3.
2. PERFORM LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION, PROCEEDING AS FOLLOWS
1. Start the engine, and set to the following conditions:
–Engine speed: Idling to 1,200 rpm
–A/C switch: ON
–Blower speed: Max. position
–Temp. control: Optional [Set so that intake air temperature is 25 to 30°C (77 to 86°F).]
–Intake position: Recirculation (REC)
2. Perform lubricant return operation for about 10 minutes.
3. Stop the engine.
>> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK REPLACEMENT PART
Should the compressor be replaced?
YES >> GO TO AT C - 2 3 , "LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACE-
MENT" .
NO >> GO TO AT C - 2 2 , "
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPONENTS REPLACE-
MENT EXCEPT COMPRESSOR" . Name : Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
