Muffler to Expansion Valve

Muffler To Expansion Valve
- Disconnect battery earth lead,
- As required, depressurize the air conditioning system.

WARNING: Do not vent refrigerant directly to atmosphere and always use Jaguar approved recovery/recycle/recharge equipment. Wear suitable eye and skin protection. Do not mix HFC 134a with CFC 12. Observe all applicable safety requirements.





- Release the suction hose sleeve nut (quick fit connector) at the muffler and displace the hose, torque to 10-14 Nm (7.3-10.3 ft lb). The sleeve nut must be fully disengaged before the hose may be withdrawn.
- Fit blanking plugs to the hose and muffler.
- Release the tie straps and retaining clips from the suction hose.
- Remove the expansion valve clamp plate and withdraw the suction hose from the expansion valve, torque to 4-6 Nm (2-9 4.4 ft lb).
- Fit blanking plugs to the hose and expansion valve. Remove suction hose from vehicle.

NOTE: Installation is the reverse of this procedure. ALL "O"rings must be replaced. "O" rings must be lightly lubricated prior to assembly with Suniso 5GS or similar oil. Seat all fixings before finally tightening to torque.