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Your car's air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualified technician. There are a
couple of things you can do to make
sure the air conditioning works
efficiently.
Periodically check the engine's
radiator and air conditioning con-
densers (located in the openings
below the parking lights) for leaves,
insects, and dirt stuck to the front
surface. These block the air flow and
reduce cooling efficiency. Use a light
spray from a hose or a soft brush to
remove them.
NOTICE
The condenser and radiator fins bend
easily. Only use a low-pressure spray
or soft-bristle brush to clean them.
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AIR CONDITIONING
CONDENSERS
Run the air conditioning at least once
a week during the cold weather
months. Run it for at least ten minutes
while you are driving at a steady
speed with the engine at normal
operating temperature. This circu-
lates the lubricating oil contained in
the refrigerant.
Air Conditioning
If the air conditioning does not get as
cold as before, have your dealer
check the system. Recharge the
system with Refrigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a).
(See Specifications on page 228.)
NOTICE
Whenever you have the air condition-
ing system serviced, make sure the
service facility uses a refrigerant
recycling system. This system captures
the refrigerant for reuse. Releasing
refrigerant into the atmosphere can
damage the environment.
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