Expansion Valve: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery. Refer to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Using the refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant. Refer to HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)>REFRIGERANT RECOVERY PROCEDURE>PROCEDURE .
Remove the intercooler.
- Except for STI model: Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (W/O STI)>INTERCOOLER>REMOVAL .
- STI model: Refer to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (STI)>INTERCOOLER>REMOVAL .
Detach the clips and bolts, and detach the hose - pressure suction and the pipe - evaporator cooling.
CAUTION: Seal the disconnected hose, pipe and engaging part of expansion valve with a plug or vinyl tape to prevent foreign matter from entering.

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Remove the bolt, and remove the expansion valve - cooling.
CAUTION: Seal the pipe and engaging part of expansion valve with a plug or vinyl tape to prevent foreign matter from entering.

Preparation tool:

Hexagon wrench: 4 mm (0.16 in)

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