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Disassembly and Reassembly

DISASSEMBLY




1. PULL OUT EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR




2. REMOVE EXPANSION VALVE
Using a hexagon wrench (5.0mm, 0.20 in.), remove the 2 bolts and separate the expansion valve and evaporator.
Torque: 3.4 Nm (35 kg.cm, 30 in.lb)

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

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

- Lubricate 4 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the valve.
- If evaporator is replaced, add compressor oil to the evaporator.

Add: 40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL8 or equivalent

REASSEMBLY
Reassembly is in the reverse order of disassembly.
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