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Topping up AC refrigerant, what about PAG oil?

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Topping up AC refrigerant, what about PAG oil?

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Let's say I've lost 30% R134a during the last 5 years and I topp up the system with new propane/butane mixture. Do I also need to top up with PAG-oil?

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Post by erikv11 »

Unless you have a breach in the system where you can see oil leaked out, you do not want to add any oil when topping up. Recharge with straight R134a.
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Post by LOB »

Thanks! I dont think R134a is available from retailers in Sweden. You can however buy the propane/butane mixture.

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