Air Conditioner High/Low pressures and ambient temperatures

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  1. SuiteSuccess

    SuiteSuccess Bobtail Member

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    2006 Volvo 780 D12. My air conditioner is not cooling as well as previously (probably small leak). I've not had a problem prior to this. I have access to hose gauge set for recharging if necessary. I use R-134a. My question is in looking at the high/low side pressures and ambient temperature is the chart specific for my truck or can a standard generic R-134a chart be used like this one to gauge whether I need to add coolant?

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  3. Animosus

    Animosus Medium Load Member

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    The generic chart works on any R-134A system. Make sure your condenser is clean and clear of any debris, it is often overlooked when dealing with A/C problems.
     
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  4. nasriza

    nasriza Road Train Member

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    Also make sure expansion valves are clean pressure chart works ok somewhat but when u are considering being low on Freon it a hard to gauge better remove and scale and charge properly
     
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