Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair

CONDENSER DRYER (RECEIVER/DRYER)

REMOVAL




1. Remove A/C condenser assembly (1) from vehicle (Refer to "A/C CONDENSER ASSEMBLY").
2. Remove the cap using a hexagon wrench.




3. Remove the filter (1) from the receiver (2).




4. Remove the dryer (1) using a plier (2).

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 (1) with its double-layer portion facing the bottom of the receiver.
- If condenser dryer cap installing is bolt type, tighten specified torque for its bolt.

Tightening torque
Cap: 12.5 N.m (1.25 kg-m, 9 lb-ft)