Reservoir/Fluid Reservoir Replacement Conditions

The reservoir/fluid reservoir or dryer bag/cartridge should not be replaced under the following conditions.

• After an accident when there is no damage on the reservoir/fluid reservoir.
• The repair was done quickly (not beyond the normal repair time) and no moisture has entered. The vehicle is not older than 5 years.

The reservoir/fluid reservoir or dryer cartridge should be replaced under the following conditions.

• The refrigerant circuit was opened and the vehicle is older than 5 years.
• The refrigerant circuit has been opened for an indefinite period of time (slow leak).
• The repair exceeded the normal repair time and moisture has entered.
• Always replace the reservoir or dryer cartridge after flushing with compressed air, nitrogen or refrigerant R134a. Leave original parts in their packaging as long as possible to minimize the amount of moisture they absorb.
• The A/C compressor has locked up.
• The reservoir/fluid reservoir is damaged (accident).