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Follow the step-by-step troubleshooting guide to recharge your vehicle's air conditioning system.

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Step 1, watch our video

2. Possible problems when the system does not blow cold air

Problem A

Your air conditioning system is low on gas, in which case you can refill your air conditioning system with Alaska Refrigerant.

Problem B

Your air conditioning leaks and is empty. Use our leak sealing product to seal the system first before adding Alaska Refrigerant air conditioner gas.

Problem C

Rarely, but the air conditioning system fails and requires professional servicing. In this case, do not use our product, contact your service centre.

3. How can you tell what problem you are facing?

Turn on the air conditioning with the engine running. If you hear a small click and or the engine speed changes, the compressor is running.

4. Is the compressor working?

Yes

If the compressor is working, it is likely that the air conditioner is low on gas. After reading the pressure, use Alaska Refrigerant’s product. Follow the instructions in the video below to read the pressure:  https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TBfZAI1hWPs

No

If the compressor does not work, this may be due to a lack of pressure or low pressure. To confirm this, use the clock gauge included in your Alaska Refrigerant measuring kit. Follow the instructions in the video below to read the pressure: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TBfZAI1hWPs

5. Reading the pressure with the pressure gauge

Step 1

The Alaska Refrigerant hose and pressure gauge clock can be used to check the pressure in your system. The first step is to close the valve on the cylinder.

Step 2

Connect the pressure gauge tube to the vehicle’s low-pressure filling point. There are two ports and the gauge is only connected to the low pressure port. If you need help locating the ports on your vehicle, you can find help on this website:

https://www.carcarekiosk.com

Or you are always welcome to contact us!

Step 3

Hold the plastic ring back, then insert the connector into the low pressure port and release the ring. You should hear a click when the connection is made.

Follow the instructions in the video below to read the pressure:

https://tinyurl.com/y26v5uaw

Step 4

Start the engine and set the air conditioning to the coldest setting. Use the recirculation option and leave all vents open at the maximum fan speed. Once you have completed the steps, read the pressure of the air conditioning system.

6. Understand the pressure value

Refill required
0- 0 psi
The system is loaded
25- 25 psi
It's overloaded!
55- 55 psi

7. Adding Alaska Refrigerant gas or anti-leak to the air conditioner

Step 1

Select the appropriate bottle (a refill kit or a leak-tight bottle) and carefully screw it onto the tube with the gauge. Screw it on tightly! Do not puncture the cylinder!

Step 2

Start the engine and set the air conditioner to the coolest setting, with the fan at full speed or in automatic mode.

Step 3

Find a low-pressure filling point for your vehicle. Hold the plastic ring back, then insert the connector into the low pressure port and release the ring. You should hear a click when the connection is made.

Follow the instructions in the video below to read the pressure:

https://tinyurl.com/y26v5uaw

Step 4

Turn the bottle upside down and slowly open the tap to fill the contents of the bottle into the air conditioning system, IMPORTANT! to monitor the pressure gauge continuously and stop when the correct value is reached.

Step 5

When the cylinder is empty and/or has reached the correct pressure, close the valve to close the cylinder. Turn off the vehicle engine and disconnect the hose from the vehicle.

Step 6

Start your vehicle and check the cooling capacity of the air conditioning system. Wait 10 minutes and check the pressure again. If necessary, contact our customer service for further instructions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the main difference between Alaska HF134a and HFC R134a?

The Alaskan substitute does not damage the ozone layer and has no global warming potential, but the HFC R134A has a high global warming potential, which is harmful to wildlife on Earth.

What is Alaska HF134A and HF1234yf refrigerant?

Alaska HF134A and HF1234yf refrigerants are direct replacements for R134a and 1234yf, environmentally friendly hydrocarbons. All our products are manufactured in the EU to a high standard in compliance with all regulations.

How much gas do I need for my air conditioner and what should I do with the gas left in the cylinder?

You can usually find this information on the underside of the bonnet, on the lock bridge to the right or left of the lock, in the vehicle handbook or in the uploaded pdf files for your vehicle. The remaining gas will stay in the cylinder if you turn off the hose tap (it is best to store it in a cool place out of sunlight)