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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999ECONOLINE E150 1/2 TON V6-4.2L VIN 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSERVICE AND REPAIRREFRIGERANT IDENTIFICATION / TESTING
1999 Ford Econoline E150 1/2 Ton V6-4.2L VIN 2
Refrigerant Identification / Testing
1999 Ford Econoline E150 1/2 Ton V6-4.2L VIN 2SECTION Refrigerant Identification / Testing
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1. Follow the instructions included with the Refrigerant Analyzer to obtain the sample for testing.
NOTE: Prior to recovering or charging the refrigerant system, you must use an A/C refrigerant analyzer to identify gas samples taken directly from the refrigeration system or storage containers.
2. The analyzer will display one of the following:
^ R-12 or R-134a if the purity is better than 98% by weight.
^ FAIL if neither of the two gases have been identified or if they are not at least 98% pure.
^ HC and a horn will sound if the gas detected contains a hydrocarbon (flammable material).
3. If contaminated refrigerant is detected, DO NOT recover the refrigerant into your recovery/recycling equipment.
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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.