EN - AC Compressor Oil - Troubleshooting - Bulletin

Troubleshooting:
Compressor Oil
Compressor oil:
all you need to know
All DENSO A/C Compressors are delivered
as complete assemblies, pre-filled with the
correct type of compressor oil.
The purpose of compressor oil is to lubricate and cool the moving

parts of the compressor. The oil film also protects the rubber
seals in refrigerant lines and connections reducing the amount
of refrigerant leaking out. However, there are huge differences
in compressor oil types and quality. To guarantee proper oil
circulation in the refrigerant cycle, the compressor oil has to be
pressure and temperature resistant in all operating conditions.
Garages should only fill the compressor with refrigerator oil
approved by either the car or compressor manufacturer, and
should also avoid using universal or multi-grade oils.
Beware of Universal Oil!

Insufficient lubrication due to universal oil is the second most common reason for A/C compressor failure
Analysis of DENSO A/C Compressor warranty claims show the different viscosities cause a thinner oil film to form between
that in a quarter of all cases garages did not use the correct the cylinder and piston, leading to seizure or the reduction in
PAG-oil that is needed for DENSO Compressors. The use of the life expectancy of the compressor. To identify the correct oil
incorrect oils, such as universal oils or oil mixtures, inevitably type always refer to the compressor identification label, either
leads to seizure and damage. This is because universal oils, attached to the rear or side of the compressor. The new label
often preferred by garages, are PAO-oils or mineral oils with a will also display the amount of oil inside the new compressor.
different viscosity to that of synthetic PAG-oils. PAO-oils do not In some cases this can be differ from the vehicle specifications!
mix well with PAG-oils and with refrigerant R134a or R1234yf, Therefore always check car manufacturer data.
leading to poor lubrication and increased wear. Furthermore,
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Troubleshooting: Compressor Oil
Ensure the correct amount of oil is used
Essential action when removing a compressor: Compressor installation tips:
1. After recovery of refrigerant: When removing refrigerant, All DENSO A/C Compressors are complete assemblies,
some compressor oil will be mixed with the refrigerant and pre-filled with the right type of compressor oil.
will be removed from the refrigerant circuit together with the
refrigerant. It is essential that this oil is drained off at the 1. If the system has been flushed: Original DENSO
A/C service station and its volume measured precisely. The Compressors which are delivered with the correct amount
volume drained need to be charged to the refrigerant cycle of oil can be installed directly. Turn the compressor
when refilling with refrigerant. systematically by hand to distribute oil evenly. This will avoid
damage when the compressor starts moving or during start-up.
2. After removal of the old compressor: Drain the oil from
the compressor and measure the amount. Check the 2. If flushing of the system is NOT required: Use the
compressor installation guide for the appropriate oil drain following calculation to confirm the correct amount of oil to
procedure. remove from the new DENSO A/C Compressor.
Calculation to confirm the correct amount of oil: A – B = C

Caution! Between 30-50% of the total oil quantity should be
A = Total oil amount in new DENSO compressor
drained. Otherwise, the system could be overcharged from
B = Amount of oil drained from the old compressor
refilling with too much compressor oil or UV leak dye during
A/C service. 3 to 5cc of UV leak dye is tolerated for systems up C = Amount of oil to remove from new compressor
to 1000 gram of refrigerant!

Calculation example:
The total amount of oil in the new compressor (A) is 120 cm³.
Oil distribution within the A/C system (reference values, varying The oil amount drained from the old compressor (B) is 50 cm³.
depending on outside temperature and engine load) The amount of oil to remove (C) from the new compressor is
A-B, 120-50= 70 cm³.
A 120 cm³ (Oil level in new compressor)

Condenser
10% -B 50 cm³ (Amount of oil drained from the old compressor)
Evaporator = C 70 cm³ (Amount of oil to remove from new compressor)

20% Dryer
10%
3. For some applications it is necessary to add oil. For example,

Hoses
10% where there is one and the same part number for Single
and Dual evaporator cycles or when the oil quantity of the
50% Compressor new compressor differs from the vehicle specifications. If
Filling level 30% - 50% this is the case, always check the car manufacturer data to
confirm the correct oil amount. Never add oil directly into the
compressor, always add it to the condenser, receiver dryer
or second evaporator cycle.
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DENSO Europe B.V.

Hogesweyselaan 165 | 1382 JL Weesp | The Netherlands
Tel: 0031 294 493 493 | Fax: 0031 294 417 122
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Troubleshooting:

The purpose of compressor oil is to lubricate and cool the moving

Beware of Universal Oil!

Ensure the correct amount of oil is used

Essential action when removing a compressor: Compressor installation tips:

Calculation to confirm the correct amount of oil: A – B = C

to 1000 gram of refrigerant!

A 120 cm³ (Oil level in new compressor)

Evaporator = C 70 cm³ (Amount of oil to remove from new compressor)

3. For some applications it is necessary to add oil. For example,

For more information: www.denso-am.co.uk

DENSO Europe B.V.

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