| Replacement |
| 1. |
Remove the condenser, and then remove the bottom cap (B) with L wrench (A) from the condenser.
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| 2. |
Remove the desiccant (A) from condenser using a long nose plier. Check for crumbled desiccant and clogged bottom cap filter.
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| 3. |
Apply air conditioning compressor oil along the O-rings and threads of the new bottom cap. |
| 4. |
Insert the new desiccant into the receiver drier tank. The
desiccant must be sealed in vacuum before it is exposed to air for use. |
| 5. |
Install the new bottom cap to the condenser.
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Inspection 1. Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent, gently bend them using a screwdriver or pliers.
Component Location
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the crash pad side cover (A). [RH] 3. Disconnect the stopper (B) from the glove box (A). 4. Disconnect the air damper (A) from the glove box (B).
Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/ recycling/ charging station. 3. When the engine is cool, drain the engine coolant from the radiator. 4. Remove the expansion valve cover (A).