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Removal and Installation

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NOTE: Installation of a new receiver/drier is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier.
  1. Remove the evaporator core. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATOR CORE  in this article.
  2. Disconnect the evaporator outlet fitting.
    • Discard the O-ring seal.
    • To install, tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  3. Disconnect the evaporator inlet fitting.
    • Discard the O-ring seal.
    • To install, tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install new O-ring seals.