changed a/c compressor

[ivy]

2003 Frontier 2.4L. Had to get a new compressor. Old one is leaking oil. No info with the new one except “drain testing oil and fill with MFG recommended. I changed it 6 years ago but didn’t save any of the info. I don’t know what type of oil ( 46 – 100 – ? ) or how much to put in. I kind of remeber PAG46 and 2 oz’s but not sure. Info on the net says PAG 100 (will be okay if I used PAG46 last time?) and the amounts I’ve been getting range from 1 – 6 ounces. I think the whole system only takes 6 ounces and I’m just changing the comp. ?????? Sure could use some help. THANKS “LOU”

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[Its me]

Keep this link handy….

http://www.techchoiceparts.com/refrigerant-and-oil-capacities

Should be:

FRONTIER
1998-2004 All Engines R134a 25.00 PAG 100 6.75

Good luck!

-Karl

[ivy]

I saw that. I just can’t believe I have to put the whole 6 ounces in! What should I expect to come out of the old comp when I take it off? Around 6 ounces?

[ivy]

I had a garage recover the freon so I cpuld open the system last time and this time. Does all the oil come out to?

[Its me]

You won’t get all 6 ounces out (if that was what you put in) Some will get into the accumulator or dryer…

Good luck

-Karl

[ivy]

Well, I’m lloking forward to see what comes out of there tomorrow. Thanks for the help. I’ll let you konw how it goes. “LOU”

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