Expansion Valve: Service and Repair

Thermostatic Expansion Valve

Removal
1 Evacuate the A/C system. For additional information, refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging Service and Repair
2 Remove the instrument panel upper section. For additional information, refer to Instrument Panel Upper Section




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CAUTION: Immediately cap all refrigerant lines to prevent ingress of dirt and moisture.
Remove the thermostatic expansion valve.
- Remove the cover.
- Remove the 2 Allen bolts.
- Remove and discard the 4 O-ring seals.

Installation
1 Install the thermostatic expansion valve.
- Clean the components.
- Install the new O-ring seals.
- Tighten the Allen bolts to 5 Nm (4 lb.ft).
- Install the cover.
2 Install the instrument panel upper section. For additional information, refer to Instrument Panel Upper Section
3 Recharge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging Service and Repair