Dryer Bag/Dryer Cartridge, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

NOTE:

Replace the cap, seal and desiccant bag after every opening of the receiver/dryer. Refer to Parts information..

-- Coat the new seals with refrigerant oil before installing the refrigerant line.

-- Using the opening, inspect the receiver/dryer on the condenser for dirt and damage on the threaded- and sealing surfaces -B-.

Fig 1: Identifying Cover -A- And O-Rings -C-

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-- Replace the cap -A- and O-rings -C-. Refer to the Parts information..

-- Coat the O-rings -C- on the new cap -A- lightly with refrigerant oil before installing.

-- Install the new desiccant bag -D-. Refer to the Parts information..

NOTE:

The high-voltage system must be turned off when charging the refrigerant circuit.

-- A second technician will be needed to install the radiator bolts.

CAUTION:

- Never start the engine with the refrigerant circuit empty.

Vehicles with Refrigerant R134a

-- Fill the refrigerant circuit. Refer to REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT .

-- Perform the leak test on the closed line connections of the refrigerant circuit. Refer to REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT .

Vehicles with Refrigerant R1234yf

-- Fill the refrigerant circuit. Refer to appropriate service information. .

-- Perform the leak test on the closed line connections of the refrigerant circuit. Refer to REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT .