1988 Pontiac Firebird

1988 PONTIAC FIREBIRD
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PENSKE BOSS
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Air Conditioning problem
1988 Pontiac Firebird V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic
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Hello,I am looking for the correct oil charge for the a/c system on my 1988 formula if i am using R-12? I have plenty left so this is what i am using...Any help would be appreciated..
May 27, 2008 at 8:50 AM
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MERLIN2021
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All the manual states is the refridgerant charge is 2.25lbs, as far as oil, it's add what is removed...by measuring!
May 27, 2008 at 9:12 AM
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MIKE H R
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The book calls for 3 fluid oz. {90 ml} of fresh 525 viscosity refrigerant oil if the oil in the evaporator has been drained.
May 27, 2008 at 9:18 AM
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