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How do I add Freon to my Ram 1500?

How do I add Freon to my Ram 1500?

How to add freon to your 2012 Ram 1500: hook up the can of refrigerant (likely r-134a) to the low pressure port. When your compressor kicks on, add freon to the correct pressure. In addition to cooling, freon lubricates the compressor when it runs.

Why does my Ram 1500 air conditioner blow hot air?

When the air conditioner in your 2012 Ram 1500 starts blowing hot air, you likely have a freon leak. Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system.

What kind of refrigerant does a Ram 1500 use?

Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system. Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your 1500 consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon.

What kind of a / C system does Ram 1500 have?

The A/C system in your 1500 consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon. If there is a problem with your compressor or evaporator, adding freon will not restore cooling.

Where is the recharge port on a 2012 Chrysler?

If your head is close to the level of the engine cover look right across it to the firewall and you should see the port clearly.

How to add freon to your 2012 Ram 1500: hook up the can of refrigerant (likely r-134a) to the low pressure port. When your compressor kicks on, add freon to the correct pressure. In addition to cooling, freon lubricates the compressor when it runs.

When the air conditioner in your 2012 Ram 1500 starts blowing hot air, you likely have a freon leak. Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system.

Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system. Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your 1500 consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon.

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