What is the filling amount of R134a refrigerant for the Elantra?

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StBethany
07/30/25 7:41am
The filling amount of R134a refrigerant for the Elantra is approximately two and a half bottles, which is 700g. Here are the relevant details: Function of refrigerant: Refrigerant acts as a heat transfer medium in the refrigeration cycle, absorbing and releasing heat through state changes. Therefore, it is required that the refrigerant can easily vaporize at room temperature and liquefy under pressure, while absorbing or releasing as much heat as possible during state changes (with a high latent heat of vaporization or liquefaction). Precautions for adding refrigerant: Wear protective goggles and rubber gloves to avoid harm to exposed body parts from the refrigerant; do not weld pipes before the refrigerant is completely discharged from the pipeline to prevent the refrigerant from producing toxic gases when heated; when discharging refrigerant, perform the operation in a well-ventilated area or collect the refrigerant in a sealed container. Since refrigerant is a colorless and odorless gas at room temperature and is much denser than air, it can easily accumulate and pose a risk of asphyxiation to operators.
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