HFO-1234yf: Regulations And Requirements
SAE standard J2843, for “R-1234yf (HFO-1234yf) recovery equipment for refrigerants used in mobile air conditioning systems,” establishes the minimum equipment requirements for the recovery, recycling and recharging of R-1234yf.
Directions: SAE Clears The Air On HFO-1234yf A/C Refrigerant
Honeywell has reported that SAE International has deemed its new low-global-warming-potential mobile air conditioning refrigerant – HFO-1234yf – safe for use in motor vehicles. SAE made the recommendation following an expanded and extensive evaluation.
SAE Says Level Of Confidence In Safety Of HFO-1234yf ‘Continues To Grow’
Honeywell is reporting that SAE International has reiterated a “high level of confidence” in the safety of Honeywell’s new low-global-warming-potential mobile air conditioning refrigerant, HFO-1234yf, for use in automobiles.
A/C Update: The Case Against HFO-1234yf ‘Heats Up’
Volkswagen follows Daimler’s lead in its pushback against A/C refrigerant R-1234yf.
VW’s Says it Will Not Use HFO-1234yf Refrigerant in New Vehicles
In a release from R744.com, Volkswagen chief Ferdinand Piech says “the right refrigerant is CO2” for mobile air-conditioning and decides against using 1234yf in new vehicles.
VIDEO: Servicing R-1234YF A/C Systems
Always check the refrigerant label to learn what should be in the system. This video is sponsored by MAHLE.
Servicing R1234yf: Are You Ready?
R-1234yf, tabbed the replacement for R-134a, has been in service now for a few years on certain models of vehicles from FCA and GM to several European models.
Check Out The February Issue Of Underhood Service Magazine
The digital version of the February issue of Underhood Service is available on-line. Access the easy-to-view digital version that features articles on Timing Chain Stretch, Fuel Injector Function Testing, Serpentine Belt Tools, HFO-1234yf Requirements, Window Regulator Tips, The No-Code Conundrum, TPMS Tools, a host of Tech Tips, and more!
Underhood Update On R-1234yf Refrigerant
If you haven’t had a lot of experience dealing with R-1234yf in your shop yet, get ready. You’re going to steadily be seeing a lot more of this refrigerant in the coming years. Underhood Service talked with ASE Executive Director of Special Projects Dave Cappert about R-1234yf updates and best practices techs need to know to be able to service these vehicles before one catches you off guard.
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