VW Golf Mk7 manualsGolf Mk7 / manual

Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Product characteristics

R134a belongs to the chlorine-free, partially-fluoridated hydrocarbon refrigerant generation — this page explains its physical behaviour characteristics relevant to Volkswagen Golf Mk7 service work.

Refrigerants used in car air conditioning systems belong to the new generation of refrigerants, the chlorine-free, partially-fluoridated hydrocarbons (H-CFC, R134a).
In regard to their physical behaviour, they are refrigerants which can be liquefied under pressure. They are subject to Regulations for Pressure Tanks and may be charged only into approved and identified pressurised gas containers.
Specific conditions which apply for safe and proper use must be maintained.

    Questions & answers

    Product characteristics — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What are the safety characteristics of R134a?
    R134a belongs to the HFC family — non-flammable under normal conditions, but decomposes into toxic gases above 250°C. Skin/eye contact with liquid causes freezing injuries.
    General safety
    ...

    Handling refrigerants
      WARNING Danger of freezing injuries. The refrigerant can emerge as liquid or as vapour. ...

    Other materials: