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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN PREMIER, 3.0 1, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1186 (CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS)GENERAL PROCEDURESELECTRONIC LEAK DETECTION
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD

Electronic Leak Detection

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Electronic Leak Detection
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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0001295
 H10PM Refrigerant Leak Detector With Battery 216-00001 or equivalent
NOTE: Good ventilation is necessary in the area where electronic A/C leak testing is to be carried out. If the surrounding air is contaminated with refrigerant gas, the leak detector will indicate this gas all the time. Odors from other chemicals such as antifreeze, diesel fuel, disc brake cleaner or other cleaning solvents can cause the same problem. Using a fan to ventilate the area to be tested before proceeding with the leak detection procedure is helpful in removing small traces of contamination from the air, but the fan should be turned off during actual testing.
    NOTE: The system pressure should be between 413-551 kPa (60-80 psi) at 24°C (75°F) with the engine off.
  1. Leak test the refrigerant system using the leak detector. Follow the instructions included with the leak detector for handling and operation techniques.
    2. Fig 1: Checking Refrigerant System Leakage Using Leak Detector
    G03890007Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. If a leak is found, recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging .
    • Repair the system.
    • Test the system for normal operation.
    3. Fig 2: Checking Refrigerant System Leakage Using Refrigerant Leak Detector
    G03890008Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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