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Expansion Valve: Locations

Fig. 7 Auxiliary system expansion valve removal:





1. Remove first bench seat, if equipped.
2. Remove auxiliary heater-A/C cover assembly, Fig. 7.
3. Discharge refrigerant from system.
4. Disconnect liquid line from expansion valve and cap liquid line, Fig. 7.
5. Remove insulating tape from evaporator core outlet tube. Then remove clamp and expansion valve capillary bulb from outlet tube of evaporator core.
6. Remove expansion valve from evaporator core inlet tube.
7. Reverse procedure to install. Use new O-rings lubricated with refrigerant oil.
8. Leak test, evacuate and charge system. Check system for proper operation.