Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair
Fluid Reservoir with Dryer Cartridge
• Observe notes --> [ A/C Refrigerant System ] A/C Refrigerant System
Removing
CAUTION!
• Switch off all electrical consumers.
• Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
- Evacuate refrigerant circuit using refrigerant recycling/recovery unit Kent-Moore ACR4 (or UL approved equivalent)
- Bring lock carrier into service position
- Remove screws - arrows -.
- Hang radiator assembly on Shop crane - load cap = 700-1200kg (VAS 6100) and engine sling (2024A) using workshop equipment (cable ties or welding wire) and unhook cooler from lock carrier, coolant hoses and refrigerant lines remain connected.
- Remove bolt - 2 - and remove retaining clip.
CAUTION!
• Frostbite danger!
• High pressure refrigerant may leak out if refrigerant circuit is not discharged.
• Always evacuate refrigerant prior to opening refrigerant circuit.
- Remove screws - 1 - and pull fluid reservoir with dryer cartridge upward and out.
• Depending on radiator assembly, there may be only one screw - 1 - present.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
• First tighten screw(s) - 1 - to 4.2 Nm ± 0.7 Nm and then bolt - 2 -
• When installing radiator assembly, ensure that sealing strips are seated correctly on radiator etc..