Air Conditioning System - Honda Accord 4D 2003-2006 Owner's Manual

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Air Conditioning System (For some types)
Your car's air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualified technician. You can do
a couple of things to make sure the
air conditioning works efficiently.
AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER
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Maintenance
Periodically check the engine's
radiator and air conditioning
condenser 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.
The condenser and radiator fins
bend easily. Only use a low-pressure
spray or soft-bristle brush to clean
them.
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
circulates the lubricating oil con-
tained in the refrigerant.
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).
Whenever you have the air condi-
tioning 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 environ-
ment.