Fluids in the air conditioning system
Refrigerant in the air conditioning system
The air conditioner contains fluorinated greenhouse gases. The label in the hood space provides information on the
type, weight, CO2 equivalent and Global Warming Potential of the refrigerant used. The label is in the front section of
the hood space near the refrigerant filler tubes →
.
Refrigerant oil in the air conditioner
The air conditioner is filled with refrigerant oil. For information about the type and volume of refrigerant oil used,
contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Warning: maintenance of the air conditioner requires qualified personnel.
Refrigerant type.
Type of refrigerant oil.
See service information (only available for authorized Volkswagen dealers and authorized Volkswagen Service
Facilities).
Maintenance of the air conditioner requires qualified personnel.
Flammable refrigerant.
Make sure all components are disposed of correctly and never install components removed from old vehicles or
from recycling in the vehicle.
DANGER
Maintenance of the air conditioner by unqualified qualified personnel can cause serious and fatal injuries.
● For maintenance of the air conditioner, contact qualified personnel who have been trained according to the
required national standards, e.g. SAE
standard J2845.
●
● Follow the service intervals specified by Volkswagen. Contact suitably qualified professionals for assistance.
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
DANGER
The refrigerant is flammable and may cause serious or fatal injuries if maintenance is carried out incorrectly.
● Have the air conditioner serviced by suitably qualified professionals.
● Keep the vehicle away from naked flames, sparks and other ignition sources.
DANGER
The refrigerant is under pressure and may explode if heated. This may cause serious or fatal injuries.
● Have the air conditioner serviced by suitably qualified professionals.
● Keep the vehicle away from naked flames, sparks and other ignition sources.
DANGER
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