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Auxiliary Climate Control





Thermostatic Expansion Valve

Removal

WARNING: Eye protection must be worn.
1 Remove the climate control assembly. For additional information, refer to Auxiliary Climate Control Assembly Auxiliary Climate Control Assembly




2
CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing the components, ensure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
NOTE:
The receiver drier need only be changed under the following circumstances: There is dirt in the refrigerant circuit ( eg. compressor seizure ). The system is leaking and refrigerant has been lost to atmosphere. Refrigerant circuit has been open more than 24 hours due to repair.
Remove the TXV assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the 2 screws.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

Installation
1 Install the TXV assembly.
- Install new O-ring seals.
- Install the bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
- Tighten the screws.
2 Install the climate control assembly. For additional information, refer to Auxiliary Climate Control Assembly Auxiliary Climate Control Assembly