Kia Cadenza YG: Air Conditioning System / Refrigerant line Repair procedures

Replacement
1.
Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.
2.
Replace faulty tube or hose.
   
Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
3.
Tighten joint of bolt or nut to specified torque.
   
Connections should not be torque tighter than the specified torque.
Part tightened
N.m
Kgf.m
lbf-ft
Condenser - Discharge hose
7.8~11.7
0.8 ~ 1.2
5.7~8.6
Condenser - Liquid tube
Compressor - Discharge hose
7.8~11.7
0.8 ~ 1.2
5.7~8.6
Compressor - Suction hose
Expansion valve - Evaporator
7.8~11.7
0.8 ~ 1.2
5.7~8.6

4.
Evacuate air in refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant.

Specified amount : 19.4 ± 0.88 oz.(550 ± 25g)

5.
Inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
6.
Inspect A/C operation.

    Component Location

    Components 1. Screw2. Blot3. Limiter Assembly4. Retainer Ring5. Pulley6. Compressor Assembly

    Other information:

    Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2021 Service Manual: Repair procedures

    Removal 1. Remove the trunk trim in the trunk after removing the screws and clips. (Refer to Body - "Trunk") 2. Remove the camera holder (A) as shown arrow direction, and then remove the back view camera (B). Installation 1. Install the back view camera and camera holder.

    Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2021 Service Manual: Compressor Repair procedures

    Removal 1. If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off. 2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. 3. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.

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