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Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair




REMOVAL
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

INSTALLATION HINT: Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Specified amount: 650 ± 50 g (22.92 ± 1.76 oz.)

2. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE







3. DISCONNECT 2 LIQUID TUBES FROM RECEIVER
Remove the 2 bolts and both tubes.

Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in. lbf)

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

INSTALLATION HINT: Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install the tubes.

4. REMOVE RECEIVER
a. Remove the holder bolt and pull out receiver downward.

INSTALLATION HINT: If receiver was replaced, add compressor oil to compressor.

Add 20 cc (0.71 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent

b. Remove the 2 bolts and holder.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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