Refrigerant Circuit, Cleaning (Flushing) With Refrigerant R134A: Notes

2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback Premium PlusSECTION Notes
CAUTION:
  • If it is suspected that chemicals to seal leaks (leak stop additive) were added to the refrigerant circuit that is to be flushed, do not connect the A/C service station and do not clean (flush) this refrigerant circuit.
  • Chemicals that seal leaks in the refrigerant circuit (leak stop additives) form deposits that affect the function of the A/C system and lead to malfunctions in the A/C system and the A/C service station.
  • Inform the customer that there are substances in the A/C system that are not approved by Audi and for this reason the A/C system cannot be cleaned (flushed) and serviced.
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