Nissan Leaf A/C refrigerant type and capacity

GarageDex's A/C data shows the 2014 to 2018 Nissan Leaf (All Eng.; Electric) uses 15.04 oz of R-134a refrigerant with PAG Oil compressor oil.

Shop R-134a Match the type on your under-hood decal

Key takeaways

  • 2014 to 2018 Nissan Leaf: 15.04 oz of R-134a, PAG Oil oil, see the under-hood decal for the rest.
  • The charge is a full-system amount; a top-off adds far less.
  • Do not mix refrigerant types or oils.
  • A system that is empty has a leak - fix it before charging.
Nissan Leaf A/C refrigerant and oil by year
YearsEngineRefrigerantChargeCompressor oil
2014 to 2018All Eng.; ElectricR-134a15.04 ozPAG Oil
2013All Eng.; HYBRID; w/o Heat PumpR-134a15.04 ozPAG Oil
2011 to 2012All Eng.; HYBRIDR-134a15.04 ozPAG Oil

Recharge supplies for your Nissan Leaf

Buy the refrigerant type shown for your year and confirm it against the under-hood decal. R-1234yf cans cost more and need a matching coupler.

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Same car, other specs: Nissan Leaf specs hub.

Other Nissan models

Source: Four Seasons - Compressor / System Refrigerant & Lubricant Specs. The under-hood A/C decal is the primary source for your exact car - it overrides any table. Charges assume a clean system with a new drier.