Removing expansion valve

→ Avoid contact with refrigerant.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

→ Observe the safety regulations for working on air-conditioned vehicles and dealing with refrigerant.

→ Observe the safety regulations for extraction and filling systems.

→ Observe the instructions for repairing air conditioning systems and storing spare parts.

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Before re-installing the component, check the O-rings on the refrigerant lines for damage and replace them if necessary.

The O-rings on the refrigerant lines must be coated with refrigerant oil.

All refrigerant lines and connections must be closed off using suitable stoppers during removal.

Stoppers for lines and connections must not be opened until shortly before installation.

1. Unscrew fastening screws -1-  on the air-conditioning lines -2-  .
2. Disconnect air-conditioning line -2-  from the expansion valve and carefully press it aside (to facilitate access).

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3. Unscrew fastening screws -1-  on the expansion valve -2-  .
4. Disconnect expansion valve -2-  from the connection pieces.

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