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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 packings.

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 07110-61050

Torque: 4.1 N.m (42 kgf.cm, 36 in.lbf)

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
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