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Compressor Oil: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Outback, 2003 Subaru Legacy, and 2003 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • If a component is replaced, add an appropriate amount of compressor oil.
  • When replacing the compressor, the new compressor will already have the specified amount of oil in it. Install the new compressor after removing the same amount of oil that is remaining in the compressor removed.
COMPRESSOR OIL SPECIFICATION

Replacement parts Amount of oil replenishment
Evaporator 114 m (3.9 US fl oz, 4.0 Imp fl oz)
Receiver drier 5 m (0.2 US fl oz, 0.2 Imp fl oz)
Condenser 2 m (0.07 US fl oz, 0.07 Imp fl oz)
Hose 1 m (0.03 US fl oz, 0.04 Imp fl oz)