Expansion Valve: Service and Repair

EXPANSION VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement Removal and Replacement Removal and Replacement

2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. Refrigerant Charging

CAUTION:
- If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always immediately plug all open fittings after removing any refrigeration cycle parts to keep moisture or foreign material out of the cycle.

3. Disconnect the cooler hose (LO) and cooler pipe. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. Service and Repair

4. Remove the following parts:
a. Front side trim (RH) Front Side Trim Removal/Installation

b. Front scuff plate Front Scuff Plate Removal/Installation

c. Dashboard under cover Dashboard Under Cover Removal/Installation

d. Glove compartment Service and Repair

e. Lower panel (passenger-side) Lower Panel Removal/Installation

f. Side wall (RH) Side Wall Removal/Installation

g. Shower duct (RH) (See Removal and Replacement)

5. Remove the adhesive polyurethane (2). Overhaul

6. Remove the bolt A.

7. Disconnect the evaporator pipe.

8. Remove the bolt B.

9. Remove the expansion valve. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.






10. Install in the reverse order of removal.

11. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. Refrigerant System Performance Test