To lubricate the compressor.
PAG oil goes in the air conditioner compressor. It is added in the same place as the refrigerant. However, this oil must be added before the lines for adding the refrigerant are put in place.
Can be added with refrigerant check can contents
The oil used to lubricate the compressor is cycled with the refrigerant.
FYI most refrigerants already have oil that is proportionate to the amount of refrigerant in the can. If you are using straight refrigerant and all you need is to add oil to your system, then there is product out there that is straight oil that can be added to the low side port in your ac system. IDQ , QUEST , and AC PRO are some companies out there that have many of these products. You can also find them in the web at www.idqusa.com along with helpfull information about your vehicles ac system.
mineral oil
Freon is odorless. The oil in the refrigerant system does have a distinct aroma.Freon is odorless. The oil in the refrigerant system does have a distinct aroma.
refrigerant oil has to do with A/C and is is R134A bit motor oil is 5w30 all year
It is essential to take measures to help release refrigerant from the compressor oil during refrigerant recovery when the refrigerant release valve is stuck closed. The release valve should be maintained at all times.
No
why applay refrigerant oil to the flare cone before making a flare
if system is empty, u need to charge with correct amount of oil and refrigerant. the oil actually carries the refrigerant in the system if just recharging, buy the refrigerant that has oil already added, these are available at most auto stores
No. You will risk injuring yourself if the can of refrigerant blows up in your hand.