A/C System Specifications

1991 Mercury Tracer Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION A/C System Specifications
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SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Compressor Type Ford FS-10 10-Cyl.
System Oil Capacity (1) 7.0 ozs.
Refrigerant (R-134a) Capacity 39.0-41.0 ozs.
System Operating Pressures (2)
High Side 160-250 psi (11.2-17.6 kg/cm2 )
Low Side 20-50 psi (1.4-3.5 kg/cm2 )
(1) Use PAG YN-12b Refrigerant Oil (Part No. F2AZ-19577-A).
(2) Approximate pressures with ambient temperature of 80Β°F (27Β°C).
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