Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Refrigerant Circuit Repair Information
WARNING
| When performing work on refrigerant circuit, observe
all generally applicable safety precautions and pressure
vessel regulations. |
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Caution
| Non-approved tools or materials such as leak sealing
additives can cause damage or malfunctions in the
system. |
| Only use tools and materials approved by the
manufacturer. |
| The warranty is voided if non-approved tools or
materials are used. |
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| Special tools and accessories: |
| The performance of proper workmanlike repairs on an air
conditioning system: |
| Requires the use of special tools and materials as listed
in. Refer to
→ Chapter „Special Tools“. |
| Requires compliance with the basic instructions for use of
leak detectors. Refer to
→ Chapter „Refrigerant Circuit, Tracing Leaks, with Electronic
Leak Detector -VAG1796-“. |
| Requires expert knowledge. |
 Note
| Releasing refrigerant into the environment is not permitted
(punishable by law). Refer to
→ Chapter „Laws and Regulations“. |
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At this time, A/C service units for extracting, cleaning and
filling refrigerant for motor vehicle A/C systems are available
from various manufacturers.
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Extraction and Charging System Safety Regulations
Make sure the shut-off valves are closed before connecting
the charging system to the air conditioning system.
Make sure the process is finished before disconnecting the
charging system from the A/C system. This prevents any
refrig ...
Changing a blown fuse
Fig. 174 A blown fuse
Fig. 175 Removing or fitting a
fuse using the plastic pliers ①
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Preparation
Switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers.
Open the appropriate fuse box .
Detecti ...
Underseal
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe underside of the vehicle is coated to protect it from
corrosion and damage. The protective coating on the underside of the vehicle could
be damaged when driving. Volkswagen therefore recommends that the protective coati ...
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