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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Air Conditioning System: Charging

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Charging

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INSTALL CHARGING CYLINDER
HINT:

When handling the charging cylinder, always follow the directions given in the instruction manual.
1. Charge the proper amount of refrigerant into the charging cylinder.
2. Connect the center hose to the charging cylinder.
  CAUTION: Do not open both high and low hand valves of manifold gauge set.
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: Installing Charging Cylinder
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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. Using a gas leak detector, check the system for leakage, if leak is found, repair the faulty component or connection.
  CAUTION: Use the refrigerant recovery/recycling machine to recover the refrigerant whenever replacing parts.

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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.