Jeep Gladiator 2021 - Air Conditioner Maintenance

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 403
 Belt broken
 Noise (objectionable squeal, squeak, or
rumble is heard or felt while drive belt is in
operation)
NOTE:
Identify and correct problem before new belt is
in
stalled.
Some conditions can be caused by a faulty
co
mponent such as a belt pulley. Belt pulleys
should be carefully inspected for damage and
proper alignment.
Belt replacement on some models requires the
us
e of special tools, we recommend having your
vehicle serviced at an authorized dealer.
AIR CONDITIONER MAINTENANCE
For best possible performance, your air
conditioner should be checked and serviced by
an authorized dealer at the start of each warm
season. This service should include cleaning of
the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at
this time.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-1234yf
R-1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a
hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) that is endorsed by the
Environmental Protection Agency and is an
ozone-friendly substance with a low
global-warming potential. FCA recommends
that air conditioning service be performed by an
authorized dealer using recovery and recycling
equipment.
NOTE:
Use only FCA approved A/C system PAG
co
mpressor oil, and refrigerants.
Cabin Air Filter Replacement
WARNING!
 Use only refrigerants and compressor lubri-
cants approved by FCA for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved
re
frigerants are flammable and can explode,
injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants
or lubricants can cause the system to fail,
requiring costly repairs. Refer to Warranty
Information Book, located online, for further
warranty information.
 The air conditioning system contains refrig-
erant under high pressure. To avoid risk of
pe
rsonal injury or damage to the system,
adding refrigerant or any repair requiring
lines to be disconnected should be done by
an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air
conditioning system as the chemicals can
damage your air conditioning components.
Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
Do not remove the cabin air filter while the
vehicle is running, or while the ignition is in
the ACC or ON/RUN mode. With the cabin air
filter removed and the blower operating, the
blower can contact hands and may propel dirt
and debris into your eyes, resulting in per
-
sonal injury.
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