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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2002CIVIC SIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 167 (HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING)A/C REFRIGERANT OIL REPLACEMENT
2002 Honda Civic Si
A/C Refrigerant Oil Replacement
2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION A/C Refrigerant Oil Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Recommended PAG oil: DENSO ND-OIL 8
- P/N 38897-PR7-A01AH: 120 mL (4 fl.oz)
- P/N 38899-PR7-A01: 40 mL (1 1/3 fl.oz)
Add the recommended refrigerant oil in the amount listed if you replace any of the following parts.
- To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with other refrigerant oils.
- Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
- Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if it gets on the paint, wash it off immediately.
| A/C condenser | 50 mL (1 2/3 fl. oz) |
| Evaporator | 40 mL (1 1/3 fl. oz) |
| Rear evaporator | 40 mL (1 1/3 fl. oz) |
| Line or hose | 10 mL (1/3 fl. oz) |
| Leakage repair | 25 mL (5/6 fl. oz) |
| A/C compressor | For A/C compressor replacement, subtract the volume of oil drained from the removed A/C compressor from 180 mL (6 fl. oz), and drain the calculated volume of oil from the new A/C compressor: 180 mL (6 fl. oz) - Volume of removed A/C compressor = Volume to drain from new A/C compressor. |
NOTE:
Even if no oil is drained from the removed A/C compressor, don't drain more than 50 mL (1 2/3 fl.oz) from the new A/C compressor.
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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.