Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
Installation of a new receiver/drier is not required when repairing the A/C system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier.
NOTE:
The auxiliary Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV) is not interchangeable with the front (main) system TXV.
- Remove the auxiliary climate control housing. For additional information, refer to AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL HOUSING .
- Remove the TXV-to-lower bracket nut and disconnect the lower TXV fittings.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
- Remove the 2 TXV-to-upper bracket bolts and remove the TXV.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Remove the TXV.
- Remove the TXV stud.
- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.
NOTE:
The upper TXV fitting is equipped with 2 O-ring seals not shown in graphic.