Freon Type for 2018 Chevy Malibu
The 2018 Chevy Malibu uses R-1234yf as the type of freon. This refrigerant is commonly used in modern vehicles due to its lower global warming potential compared to the previously used R-134a refrigerant.
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Contents
- When did GM switch to 1234yf?
- What year did cars go to R-134a?
- What type of refrigerant is R-1234yf?
- What cars use R134a refrigerant?
- How do I know which refrigerant my car uses?
- Can I use 134a instead of 1234yf?
- Can you replace R134a with R1234yf?
- How much R134a does my car need?
- Is R134 and R-1234yf the same?
- What year cars use R-134a?
When did GM switch to 1234yf?
2013
General Motors began introducing vehicles to the market utilizing this new system in 2013 with full conversion in 2018. Chrysler, Honda, and Subaru models followed in 2017. It is anticipated that by 2025 all vehicles will contain 1234YF.
What year did cars go to R-134a?
1994 – All new automotive A/C systems are required to run on R-134a refrigerant, rather than R-12.
What type of refrigerant is R-1234yf?
R1234yf is a hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerant. HFO refrigerants are composed of hydrogen, fluorine and carbon atoms, but contain at least one double bond between the carbon atoms. Due to its composition, R1234yf does not damage the ozone layer or has minimal global warming impact.
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.
How do I know which refrigerant my car uses?
The first place to look for this information is under the hood. Pop the hood and look for a label, which is usually white or bright yellow. On this it will either say “R-134a” or “R-1234yf,” and it may even say what the capacity is.
Can I use 134a instead of 1234yf?
Still, the answer is an emphatic, “No.” Not only would a retrofit of this type negate the environmental benefits of R-1234yf, but it would also be a violation of Federal Law under Section 203 of the Clean Air Act: “tampering” with a vehicle’s emissions control device.
Can you replace R134a with R1234yf?
While R-1234yf could be the perfect replacement for R-134a, there is one major challenge with this new technology. The R-1234yf is much more reactive than R-134a. On the positive side, this higher reactivity is why R-1234yf is so much more friendly to the environment.
How much R134a does my car need?
Most cars hold between 28 and 32 ounces of refrigerant (or about 2—3 12oz cans), however larger vehicles and those with rear A/C will likely hold more. Check your vehicle manual for the system capacity for your specific vehicle.
Is R134 and R-1234yf the same?
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.
What year cars use R-134a?
R134a Freon: Vehicles Manufactured Between 1995 and 2021
The majority of vehicles on the road today use R134a to fuel their air conditioning systems.
