Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair

CONDENSER


LIQUID TANK : Removal and Installation


CAUTION:
Perform lubricant return operation before each refrigeration system disassembly. However, if a large amount of refrigerant or lubricant is detected, never perform lubricant return operation. Perform Lubricant Return Operation

REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant. Recycle Refrigerant.
2. Remove bumper fascia. Removal And Installation.
3. Remove air guide (LH). Exploded View With Intelligent Key System.
4. Clean liquid tank and its surrounding area, and then remove dust and rust from liquid tank.
5. Disconnect refrigerant pressure sensor harness connector.
6. Remove mounting bolts, and then remove liquid tank from condenser.

CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping and liquid tank with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.

INSTALLATION
Note the following items, and install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Replace O-rings of the A/C piping with new ones. Then apply compressor oil to them when installing.
- Perform lubricant adjusting procedure before installing new liquid tank. Lubricant Adjusting Procedure For Compressor Replacement.
- Check for leakages when recharging refrigerant. Leak Test.