Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Service and Repair

Refrigerant Pressure Sensor

REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge refrigerant.
2. Remove front grille. Grille




3. Disconnect refrigerant pressure sensor connector, then remove refrigerant pressure sensor.

CAUTION:
- Secure refrigerant pressure sensor installation pipe with an open-end wrench. Be careful not to deform pipe during the operation.
- Be careful not to damage the core surface of the condenser during the operation.

INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Replace refrigerant pressure sensor O-ring with a new one. Apply compressor oil prior to installation.

Refrigerant pressure sensor
Tightening torque: 9.8 - 11.7 Nm (1.0 - 1.2 kg.m, 87 - 104 in-lb)