Climate Control System - General Information: Other Jaguar XF I

CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT HANDLING

1. If contaminated refrigerant is detected DO NOT recover the refrigerant into your R-134a OR R-12 recovery/recycling equipment. Take the follow actions: Repeat the test to verify contaminated refrigerant is present. Advise the customer of the contaminated A/C system and any additional cost to repair the system. The customer may wish to return to the repair facility performing the last A/C repair. Recover the contaminated refrigerant using suitable recovery only equipment designed for capturing and storing contaminated refrigerant. This equipment must only be used to recover contaminated refrigerant to prevent the spread to other vehicles. As an alternative, contact an A/C repair facility in your area with the proper equipment to perform the repair. On completion of the recovery of the contaminated refrigerant, it will be necessary to carry out the A/C system flushing procedure. For additional information, refer to: «Air Conditioning (A/C) System Flushing»(ref-568393-S28033940602013072200000) information.

ELECTRONIC LEAK DETECTION

1. Attach an R-134a manifold gauge set or use a UL-approved recovery/recycling device such as an R-134a A/C refrigerant center (which meets SAE Standard J 1991). For additional information, refer to the manufacturers equipment instructions. Both gauges should indicate 413-551 kPa (60-80 psi) at 24°C (75°F) with the engine off. If little or no pressure is indicated, carry out the air conditioning (A/C) system recovery, evacuation and charging procedure. For additional information, refer to: «Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation And Charging»(ref-568393-S34540577132013072200000) information.
2. Use an R134-a Automatic calibration halogen leak detector to leak test the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to the manufacturers equipment instructions.
3. If a leak is found, carry out the air conditioning (A/C) system recovery procedure. For additional information, refer to: «Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation And Charging»(ref-568393-S34540577132013072200000) information.

FLUORESCENT DYE LEAK DETECTION

1. Check for leaks using ultraviolet (UV) lamp.
2. Check all components, fittings and lines of the A/C system.
3. Carry out the repair. For additional information, Refer to: «Air Conditioning»(ref-568456) information. .
4. After the leak is repaired, remove any traces of leak trace dye with a general purpose oil solvent.
5. Check the A/C system for correct operation.
6. Verify the repair by operating the system for a short time and inspecting with the (UV) lamp.

MANIFOLD GAUGE SET CONNECTION

1. Install the manifold gauge set. For additional information, refer to the manufacturers equipment instructions.
2. Carry out the repair.
3. Remove the manifold gauge set. For additional information, refer to the manufacturers equipment instructions.
4. Carry out fluorescent dye leak detection test. Refer to: «Fluorescent Dye Leak Detection»(ref-568393-S22432786662013072200000) information.
5. Check air conditioning (A/C) system for correct operation.

REFRIGERANT OIL ADDING V8 4.2L PETROL/V8 S/C 4.2L PETROL

1. Drain the refrigerant oil from the defective A/C compressor and dispose of it.
2. Top up with the calculated quantity of new refrigerant oil. Refer to: «Specifications»(ref-568393-S27949103432013072200000) information. .

CHECK

Note. Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Scheme 2

Scheme 3

1. Torque: 15 Nm
2. Rotate the A/C compressor shaft at least 6 to 8 turns when draining the refrigerant oil.
3. Top up with the calculated quantity of new refrigerant oil. Refer to: «Specifications»(ref-568393-S39318460722013072200000) information.

REFRIGERANT SYSTEM TESTS

1. Use R-134a A/C Refrigerant Centre to evacuate and recover the A/C system. Follow the equipment manufactures procedures and instructions for use of equipment.