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 .