Subaru’s Switch to R-1234yf Refrigerant
Subaru switched to using R-1234yf refrigerant in some of their vehicle models. The transition to R-1234yf began in 2012, and since then, Subaru has incorporated it into several of their models, including the Subaru BRZ, Subaru Impreza (GP), and Subaru Justy IV. The specific year when Subaru made the switch to R-1234yf for each model can be found in the following table:
| Model | Year of Manufacture | Refrigerant |
|———————-|———————|————-|
| Subaru BRZ | 2012 – | R1234yf |
| Subaru Impreza (GP) | 2012 – | R1234yf |
| Subaru Justy IV | 2007 – 2010.02 | R134a |
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of all Subaru models, but it provides an overview of some of the models that have made the switch to R-1234yf refrigerant.
Contents
- What refrigerant does Subaru use?
- Is it legal to convert 1234yf to 134a?
- When did Subaru start using 1234yf?
- Is R1234yf a drop in replacement for R134a?
- Does 1234yf cool better than R134a?
- Which cars use r-1234yf refrigerant?
- Is R-1234yf being phased out?
- Do all new cars use 1234yf refrigerant?
- Is R1234yf being phased out?
- What year did 1234yf become mandatory?
What refrigerant does Subaru use?
R134a
Subaru refrigerant filling quantities R134a and 1234yf
| Model | Year of manufacture | Freon |
|---|---|---|
| Subaru Levorg | 2015 – | R134a |
| Subaru Levorg | 2015 – | R1234yf |
| Subaru Outback | 2003 – 2009 | R134a |
| Subaru Outback (BM/BR) | 2009.09 – | R134a |
Is it legal to convert 1234yf to 134a?
Using an adapter or deliberately modifying a fitting to use a different refrigerant is a violation of these use conditions. (See Appendix D to 40 CFR part 82, subpart G.) If used properly, the unique fittings will not allow for the introduction of HFC-134a refrigerant to an HFO-1234yf system.
When did Subaru start using 1234yf?
2017 Outback and Legacy models will be the first Subaru models to be equipped with the new HFO-1234yf air conditioning refrigerant.
Is R1234yf a drop in replacement for R134a?
The cooling capacity of R1234yf used as a drop-in replacement in a R134a refrigerant facility is about 9% lower than that presented by R134a in the test range. This difference in the values of cooling capacity obtained with both refrigerants decreases when the condensing temperature increases and when an IHX is used.
Does 1234yf cool better than R134a?
The results of this study have shown that the cooling capacity of R1234yf AAC system is significantly lower (between 5 to 25 %) than R134a system. In the experiment, the power of the compressor is slightly lower (up to 11 %) for refrigerant R1234yf compared to R134a inside the AAC system.
Which cars use r-1234yf refrigerant?
Current list of OEMs that use R-1234yf refrigerant
- BMW i3 Electric.
- Cadillac XTS.
- Chevrolet Malibu, Spark EV, Trax.
- Chrysler 200C, 200S, 300, 300C.
- Citroën C4, Elysëe.
- Dodge Challenger, Charger, Dart, Ram 1500.
- Fiat 500.
- Ford Transit.
Is R-1234yf being phased out?
It is anticipated that by 2025 all vehicles will contain 1234YF. Don’t fret, however, if your current vehicle requires 134a. Though 134a is not compatible with 1234YF and is expected to be phased out, it is still in production and will continue as long as there is a demand for repair of older vehicles.
Do all new cars use 1234yf refrigerant?
It is anticipated that by 2025 all vehicles will contain 1234YF. Don’t fret, however, if your current vehicle requires 134a. Though 134a is not compatible with 1234YF and is expected to be phased out, it is still in production and will continue as long as there is a demand for repair of older vehicles.
Is R1234yf being phased out?
It is anticipated that by 2025 all vehicles will contain 1234YF. Don’t fret, however, if your current vehicle requires 134a. Though 134a is not compatible with 1234YF and is expected to be phased out, it is still in production and will continue as long as there is a demand for repair of older vehicles.
What year did 1234yf become mandatory?
In 2010, Chevy, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac announced that their 2013 vehicles would use this new refrigerant within the U.S. Since then, many other automotive manufacturers have transitioned to using R-1234yf with the EPA scheduling all newly manufactured vehicles to be equipped by 2021 (click here to read more).
