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Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

1. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM BOX COVER
2. REMOVE TOOL BOX ASSEMBLY
3. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERANT SYSTEM




4. REMOVE PRESSURE SWITCH
a. Disconnect the pressure switch connector.
b. Remove the pressure switch from the liquid tube.
Torque: 10.8 Nm (110 kg.cm, 8 ft.lb)

HINT: Lock the switch mount on the tube with an open end wrench, being careful not to deform the tube, and remove the switch.

INSTALLATION




1. INSTALL PRESSURE SWITCH
a. Coat a new O-ring with compressor oil.
b. Install the pressure switch to the liquid tube.
Torque: 10.8 Nm (110 kg.cm, 8 ft.lb)

2. CHARGE REFRIGERANT TO REFRIGERANT SYSTEM
a. Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
b. Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount: 500 ±30 g (17.64 ±1.06 oz.)

3. INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM BOX COVER
4. INSTALL TOOL BOX ASSEMBLY