Ford vehicles up to the 2013 model year typically use R-134a refrigerant, with most R-134a systems using PAG 46 refrigerant oil. However, some Ford vehicles may use other viscosity like PAG150, so it’s important to use the correct oil for the specific vehicle. If you need to recharge the refrigerant, it’s crucial to measure the pressure levels while the engine is running and the air conditioner is on. The amount of refrigerant is usually around 1 to 1.5 pounds, and it’s recommended to consult the owner’s manual for the specific amount needed for your car’s system.
Contents
- What type of refrigerant does Ford use?
- Can you still purchase R12 refrigerant?
- Can I use R22 in a R134a system?
- What is the new automotive Freon called?
- Is R134a refrigerant illegal?
- Why is R-1234yf preferred over R134a?
- Can I put R134a in an R12 system?
- Is R134a refrigerant still available?
- What cars use R134a refrigerant?
- When did Ford stop using R12 refrigerant?
What type of refrigerant does Ford use?
R134a
Ford refrigerant filling quantities R134a and 1234yf.
Can you still purchase R12 refrigerant?
While the production of new R12 is banned, it is not illegal to sell or use R12. In fact, many of the cylinders and cans of Freon R12 sold for decades throughout the United States are still around today.
Can I use R22 in a R134a system?
No, the compressor will fail. These two refrigerants have very different properties. One of R22 and R134a is high pressure and the other is low pressure. They don’t mix chemically and don’t have the same boiling point, leading to inefficiencies and eventual compressor failure.
What is the new automotive Freon called?
In the 1930’s through the early ’90’s FREON, also known as R12, was used in all vehicle air conditioning systems. By the mid 90’s R12 was phased out and replaced by 134a refrigerant. Now, nearly 30 years after its introduction, 134a is being replaced by 1234YF Opteon™. Why 1234YF?
Is R134a refrigerant illegal?
A rule proposal by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides that all high-GWP HFCs, including R134a, R404A and R410A, will be banned in most new refrigeration equipment from January 1, 2025.
Why is R-1234yf preferred over R134a?
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, R1234yf is more energy-efficient compared to R134a. This means vehicles using R1234yf as their refrigerant will consume less fuel. Another thing to note is that R1234yf has a significantly higher cost compared to R134a.
Can I put R134a in an R12 system?
Incompatibility: R12 and R134a have different chemical compositions and properties. R12 is a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) refrigerant, while R134a is a hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerant. Mixing these two refrigerants can lead to chemical reactions and damage to the system components.
Is R134a refrigerant still available?
R134a is being phased out globally due to its high global warming potential. It’s been banned for new vehicle AC systems in the United States, and lower-GWP alternatives are taking its place across industries.
What cars use R134a refrigerant?
In most cars that are on the road today, R134a refrigerant makes the A/C system blow cold on hot days. Selected for its low flammability and safety, as well as because it’s kinder to the environment, almost every car built since 1994 is equipped with R134 refrigerant. However, kinder is the key word.
When did Ford stop using R12 refrigerant?
By international agreement in 1987 (the Montreal Protocol), the use and production of CFCs such as R12 began to be phased out, with automobile manufacturers required to stop using it by the end of the 1994 model year.
