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2004 Toyota Celica GT, Standard

Air Conditioning System: Charging

2004 Toyota Celica GT, StandardSECTION Charging
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    NOTE: When handling the charging cylinder, always follow the directions given in the instruction manual.
  1. Install Charging Cylinder  :
    1. Charge the proper amount of refrigerant into the charging cylinder.
      2. WARNING: Do not open both high and low hand valves of manifold gauge set.
    2. Connect the center hose to the charging cylinder.
    3. Open the valve of charging cylinder.
    4. Press the valve core on the side of manifold gauge and expel the air inside of the center hose.
      Fig 1: Connecting Manifold Gauge Set To System & Charging Cylinder
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  2. Inspect Refrigeration System For Leaks  :
    1. Open the high pressure hand valve and charge refrigerant.
    2. When the low pressure gauge indicates 98 kPa (1 kgf/cm2, 14 psi) close the high pressure hand valve.
      3. CAUTION: Use the refrigerant recovery/recycling machine to recover the refrigerant whenever replacing parts.
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