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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000MALIBU V6-3.1L VIN JREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSCAPACITY SPECIFICATIONSREFRIGERANT OIL
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J
Refrigerant Oil
2000 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION Refrigerant Oil
If the refrigerant oil was removed from the A/C system during the recovery process or during the component replacement, the refrigerant oil must be replenished. Add the refrigerant oil as indicated.
Accumulator 105 ml
Compressor (see note) 60 ml
Condensor 30 ml
Evaporator 90 ml
NOTE: Replacement compressors do not have any oil in the compressor. Add the correct amount of oil to the replacement compressor before replacement.
NOTE: Remove the compressor crankcase drain bolt. Drain the oil from the compressor crankcase.
- If less than 30 ml (1 oz) is drained, add 60 ml (2 oz) to the new compressor.
- If more than 30 ml (1 oz) is drained, add the same amount that was drained to the new compressor.
- Up to 120 ml (4 fluid ounces) of oil may collect in the crankcase. When replacing a compressor, drain and measure the oil in the old compressor crankcase. Discard the old oil after recording the amount.
Accumulator 105 ml
Compressor (see note) 60 ml
Condensor 30 ml
Evaporator 90 ml
NOTE: Replacement compressors do not have any oil in the compressor. Add the correct amount of oil to the replacement compressor before replacement.
NOTE: Remove the compressor crankcase drain bolt. Drain the oil from the compressor crankcase.
- If less than 30 ml (1 oz) is drained, add 60 ml (2 oz) to the new compressor.
- If more than 30 ml (1 oz) is drained, add the same amount that was drained to the new compressor.
- Up to 120 ml (4 fluid ounces) of oil may collect in the crankcase. When replacing a compressor, drain and measure the oil in the old compressor crankcase. Discard the old oil after recording the amount.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.