How to Recharge the A/C in a 2012 Hyundai Tucson

Introduction

This is a guide for 2012 Hyundai Tucson owners with cold A/C struggles. We have all been stuck inside a hot car on a summer day. Those days are no more! Recharging your A/C can be a life saver, and I hope this guide finds you well!

Risks: Engine can be hot if car was turned on in last 45 minutes. Wear safety goggles and gloves throughout duration of A/C recharge. Place the car in park and engage the parking brake before beginning.

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Étape 1 How to Recharge the A/C in a 2012 Hyundai Tucson

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Enter the car and turn on the coldest and most powerful A/C you can.
Make sure the A/C button is on.

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Pop the hood open on the left side of the driver’s seat.
Secure the hood with the pole brace found on the left side of the engine near the low pressure fill port.

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Screw the hose to the top of the R134a refrigerant. Screw to the right until failure. Remove low pressure fill cap.

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With the A/C blowing cold and strong, attach the adapter at the end of the hose to the low pressure fill port.
Once the adapter is securely fastened, pull and hold the trigger with the bottle upside down.
You will begin to feel the bottle get cold. This is the refrigerant becoming activated.