Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair

RECEIVER/DRYER

REMOVAL




1. Remove condenser assembly from vehicle. See Heating and Air Conditioning/Condenser HVAC/Service and Repair. Service and Repair

2. Remove the cap using a hexagon wrench.




3. Remove the filter from the receiver.




4. Remove the dryer using a plier.




INSTALLATION
Reverse removal sequence to install condenser dryer, according to instruction manual with supply parts.

NOTE:
^ When replacing condenser dryer, add 40 cc of refrigerating oil the same as compressor oil.
^ Do not remove the dryer from the plastic bag until just before inserting it into the receiver.
^ Install the condenser dryer with its double-layer portion facing the bottom of the receiver.

Cap Tightening Torque
: 12.5 ± 2.5 Nm
: 1.25 ± 0.25 kg.m
: 9 ± 1.8 ft. lbs.