Expansion Valve: Service and Repair

RENEW
- 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 fixing and remove clamp plate (1).
^ Torque: 4-6 Nm (2.9-4.4 ft lb)
- Disconnect from the expansion valve: the liquid line (from receiver drier) and the suction hose (to compressor).
- Fit protective caps to the expansion valve and pipes.
- Release the fixing and remove clamp plate (2).
- Disconnect the expansion valve from the evaporator pipe stubs and place aside.
^ Torque: 4-6 Nm (2.9-4.4 ft lb)
- Fit protective caps to expansion valve and pipes.

CAUTION: Do not leave any part of the system, or component, open to the atmosphere for longer than is absolutely necessary. To avoid evaporator damage, take special care when removing the expansion valve.

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.