Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging: Notes

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Notes
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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0001318Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
1.2 CFM Vacuum Pump 023-00162 or equivalent
GF0001319Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
4.0 CFM Vacuum Pump 023-00163 or equivalent
GF0001320Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Automatic Refrigerant Charging Meter 023-00155 or equivalent
GF0001292Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
R-134a Manifold Gauge Set 023-00047 or equivalent
GF0041077Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
R-134a Refrigerant Management Machine (SAE J-2788 Compliant) 023-00181 or equivalent
GF0041078Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
R-134a Refrigerant Management Machine (SAE J-2788 Compliant) 199-00067 or equivalent
GF0041079Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
R-134a Refrigerant Management Machine (SAE J-2788 Compliant) 265-00012 or equivalent
Material

Item Specification
PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems)
YN-12-D
WSH-M1C231-B
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.