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Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair




Receiver Drier













Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Jacking and Lifting Service and Repair.

2. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Climate Control System - General Information and Diagnostics Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging.

3. Remove the lower radiator splash shield.

4. Remove the receiver/drier fitting bolt.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

5. Detach and remove the receiver/drier.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.

- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to Climate Control System - General Information and Diagnostics Specifications.

7. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to Climate Control System - General Information and Diagnostics Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging.