Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Pontiac Solstice L4-2.4L VIN BFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Capacity Specifications
REFRIGERANT OIL CAPACITY
ABRUPT REFRIGERANT LOSS 60 ml (2.0 ounces)
NOTE: Abrupt refrigerant loss due to large leak, hose rupture, collision, or pressure relief valve opening. Conditions that allow the refrigerant to seep or bleed off over time do not cause this oil loss. Upon replacement of a component that caused a large refrigerant loss, also add the required amount of oil for the particular component.
COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT 74 ml (2.5 ounces)
NOTE: If more than the specified amount of PAG oil was drained from a component, add the equal amount of oil drained. The Sanden PXV16 service compressor is used in this model year vehicle is precharged with 74 ml (2.5 ounces) of PAG oil.
CONDENSER REPLACEMENT 30 ml (1.0 ounces)
NOTE: If more than the specified amount of PAG oil was drained from a component, add the equal amount of oil drained.
EVAPORATOR REPLACEMENT 45 ml (1.5 ounces)
NOTE: If more than the specified amount of PAG oil was drained from a component, add the equal amount of oil drained.
TOTAL SYSTEM PAG OIL CAPACITY 118 ml (4.0 ounces)
NOTE: All capacities are approximate.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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