Installation

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant oil level when servicing the A/C refrigerant system. Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant oil level will prevent the A/C system from operating as designed and can cause serious A/C compressor damage.

CAUTION: The A/C receiver/drier must be replaced if an internal failure of the A/C compressor has occurred. Failure to replace the A/C receiver/drier can cause serious A/C compressor damage.

NOTE: When replacing multiple A/C system components, refer to the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system.

NOTE: If only the A/C receiver/drier is being replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only the refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.

NOTE: Replacement of the O-ring seals is required anytime the A/C receiver/drier is removed. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals may result in a refrigerant system leak.




1. If removed, install the receiver/drier mounting bracket (4) onto the A/C receiver/drier (1).
2. Remove the tape or plugs from the receiver/drier and condenser ports.
3. Lubricate new O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them onto the condenser fittings. Use only the specified O-ring seals as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
4. Connect the A/C receiver/drier to the right end of the A/C condenser (2).
5. Engage the receiver/drier mounting bracket onto the A/C condenser.
6. Install the bolt (3) that secures the A/C receiver/drier to the A/C condenser. Tighten the bolt to 6 Nm (53 in. lbs.).
7. Install the A/C condenser fan assembly.
8. Install the grille.
9. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
10. Evacuate the refrigerant system.
11. If the A/C receiver/drier is being replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. When replacing multiple A/C system components, refer to the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
12. Charge the refrigerant system.