Thermostatic Expansion Valve: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging - Vehicles With: R134A Refrigerant .
- Remove the engine appearance cover.
- Remove the thermostatic expansion valve nut, disconnect the fitting, remove the support brace retainer and position aside.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
Torque
thermostatic expansion valve nut: 133 lb.in (15 Nm) support bracket: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
- Remove the thermostatic expansion valve bolts and the thermostatic expansion valve.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
Torque
71 lb.in (8 Nm)
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.