KIA Niro: Checking Refrigerant Specifications

Kia Niro - First generation - (DE) (2017-2022) - Service and Repair Manual / Maintenance / Checking Refrigerant Specifications

Check refrigerant specifications label inside engine room.

Examples

R-134a R-1234yf

R-1234yf

If refrigerant specifications label is not visible, check the refrigerant service port diameter.

High pressure side

R-134a

R-1234yf

Low pressure side

R-134a R-1234yf

R-1234yf Service port diameter for high/low pressure side varies based on refrigerant

Service port diameter for high/low pressure side varies based on refrigerant specification.

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For the electric compressor using high-voltage, use POE oil with high insulation property. Use a separate equipment (refrigerant recovery / charger) exclusive for hybrid vehicle maintenance to prevent infusion of PAG oil of non-hybrid v

Refrigerant System Service Basics (R- 1234yf)

Refrigerant Identification Do not mix HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) in the vehicle with other refrigerant, such as R-12, R-134a and etc. Use only the UL-listed service equipment certified to meet the requirements of SAE standards to recover and r

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The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced

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