| Component Location Index |

| 1. Expansion valve 2. Service port (Low pressure) 3. Service port (High pressure) 4. Discharge hose | 5. Suction & Liquid tube assembly 6. Electric A/C compressor 7. Condenser |

| 1. Auto defogging sensor 2. Photo sensor | 3. Heater & A/C control unit 4. Heater & Blower unit |
Refrigerant System Service BasicsRefrigerant Identification• Do not mix HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) in the vehicle with other refrigerant, such as R-12, R-134a and etc.
Oil Specification1.The HFC-134a system requires synthetic (POE) compressor oil whereas the R-12 system requires mineral compressor oil. The two oils must never be mixed.
Replacement When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver or use a prying trim tool, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.1.Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.2.Recover the refrigerant with a recovery / recycling / charging station.
Inspection1.Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.2.Remove the crash pad lower panel.(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")3.Remove the lower crash pad switch assembly (A) after disengaging the mounting clip.4.Remove the rheostat switch connector (A).