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Expansion Valve: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.

Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount: 600 ± 50 g (21.16 ± 1.76 oz.)

2. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL




3. REMOVE EXPANSION VALVE
a. Pry out the packing.

HINT: At the in time of installation, please refer to the following item.

Do not reuse the packing.

b. Using SST remove the 4 bolts and separate the expansion valve and tube and accessory.
SST 0711-1050
Torque: 4.1 Nm (42 kg.cm, 36 in.lb)

NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

HINT: At the in time of installation, please refer to the following item. Lubricate 6 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tube and valve.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.