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Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

HINT: At the time of the installation, please refer to the following item.
Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Specified amount:
Single A/C : 750 ± 50 g (26.45 ± 1.76 oz.)
Dual A/C: 1050 ± 50 g (37.03 ± 1.76 oz.)




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

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

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

HINT: At the time of the installation, please refer to the following item.
Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.

3. REMOVE RECEIVER
a. Remove 2 bolts and receiver.

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