NHTSA ID Number: 10171534
Manufacturer Communication Number: A07-030
TSB/Document Date: 2020-02-19
Summary
"Service Bulletin - There are several A/C leak detection tools available. -Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector -Ultrasonic Leak Detector -Leak Dye"
Service Bulletin
07-030
February 14, 2020
Version 4
A/C Leak Detection
Supersedes 07-030, dated July 10, 2018, see REVISION SUMMARY.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
ALL
REVISION SUMMARY
This service bulletin has been extensively revised, American Honda
recommends to review the whole bulletin.
LEAK DETECTION TYPES
There are several A/C leak detection tools available.
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Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector
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Ultrasonic Leak Detector
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Leak Dye
REFRIGERANT GAS LEAK DETECTOR
A refrigerant leak detector can sense refrigerant gas leaking from the A/C system.
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It is a good alternative if the vehicle cannot accept leak dye.
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The system must be pressurized to use this type of leak detector.
NOTES
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Refer to the Honda Tool and Equipment Program for the most current, approved tool.
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Refer to the tool manufacturer's information for correct usage.
ULTRASONIC LEAK DETECTOR
An ultrasonic leak detector listens for leaks in the A/C system.
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It is a good alternative if the vehicle cannot accept leak dye.
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The system must be under vacuum to use this type of detector.
NOTES
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Refer to the Honda Tool and Equipment Program for the most current, approved tool.
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Refer to the tool manufacturer's information for correct usage.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION:The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and
training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume
this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an
authorized Honda automobile dealer.
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2020 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
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LEAK DYE
Dye is injected into the A/C system. System leaks are visible with an ultraviolet light.
There are specific leak dye kits for the R-134a and R-1234yf A/C systems. Make sure you are using the right kit for the
system you are working on. Here are your choices:
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R-134a - OPTIMAX Jr.™ A/C Leak Detection Kit (P/N TRP124893)
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R-1234yf - R-1234yf Leak Detection Kit (P/N TRP1234YF)
NOTES
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Only the dyes mentioned below from Tracer Products (Tracerline® ) are approved for use in Honda vehicles. Other
dyes contain solvents that may contaminate the system's refrigerant oil, leading to component failure.
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Adding excessive amounts of dye can lead to compressor damage and failure.
Leak Dye Application Chart
Not all models allow leak dye. Use this chart to determine if it can be used.
Model
Accord
Model Year
Leak Dye Kit Number
2000-17
TRPTP3860P12
2018 and later
TRPTP9811P12
2005-07
Accord Hybrid
2014-15
Dye use not allowed
2017 and later
Accord Plug-In Hybrid
2014
Dye use not allowed
2000-15
TRPTP3860P12
2016 and later
TRPTP9811P12
Civic GX
2000-11
TRPTP3860P12
Civic Hybrid
2003-15
Dye use not allowed
Civic Natural Gas
2012-15
TRPTP3860P12
Clarity Fuel Cell
2017 and later
TRPTP9811P12
Clarity Electric
2017-19
TRPTP9811P12
Clarity Plug-In Hybrid
2017 and later
TRPTP9811P12
Crosstour
2011-15
TRPTP3860P12
2000-16
TRPTP3860P12
2017 and later
TRPTP9811P12
2011-16
Dye use not allowed
Civic
CR-V
CR-Z
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Leak Dye Application Chart (cont.)
Not all models allow leak dye. Use this chart to determine if it can be used.
Model
Model Year
Leak Dye Kit Number
Element
2003-11
TRPTP3860P12
2007-18
TRPTP3860P12
2019-20
TRPTP9811P12
2013-14
Dye use not allowed
2016-18
TRPTP3860P12
2019 and later
TRPTP9811P12
Fit
Fit EV
HR-V
2000-06
Insight
2010-14
Dye use not allowed
2019 and later
Odyssey
Passport
Pilot
Prelude
Ridgeline
S2000
2000-17
TRPTP3860P12
2018 and later
TRPTP9811P12
2000-02
TRPTP3860P12
2019 and later
TRPTP9811P12
2003-15
TRPTP3860P12
2016 and later
TRPTP9811P12
2000-01
TRPTP3860P12
2006-14
TRPTP3860P12
2017-19
TRPTP9811P12
2000-09
TRPTP3860P12
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OPTIMAX JR. A/C LEAK DETECTION KIT
The OPTIMAX Jr.™ R-134a A/C Leak Detection Kit (P/N TRP124893) is a required special tool. The kit is used to add
small amounts of dye to A/C systems to help locate smaller leaks that an electronic leak detector may not find.
When searching for leaks, always begin by using an electronic leak detector. Refer to service bulletin 18-073, Bosch
ROBLD020 Dual Mode Refrigerant Gas Leak Detector , for tips on using this tool, then follow up with the OPTIMAX Jr.
This detection kit complements but does not replace the electronic leak detector.
OPTIMAX Jr. A/C Leak Detection Kit (P/N TRP124893) includes these items:
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TRP8640CS - OPTIMAX Jr.™ cordless, fluorescent leak detection flashlight lamp (includes 3 standard AA batteries)
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TRP38600601 - (6) 0.06 oz. (1.7 g) Tracer-Stick® R134a/PAG A/C dye capsules with ID labels
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TRP3887 - R-134a Universal Connect Set™
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TRP120884 - GLO-AWAY™ dye cleaner
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TRP9940 - fluorescence-enhancing glasses
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TRP1143 - (1) empty Tracer-Stick dye capsule
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