Desiccant (Receiver/Dryer) Removal & Installation: Installation

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Reverse removal sequence to install desiccant, according to instruction manual with supply parts.

NOTE:

When replacing desiccant, add 40 cc of refrigerating oil the same as compressor oil.
Do not remove the desiccant from the plastic bag until just before inserting it into the receiver.
Install the desiccant (1) with its double-layer portion facing the bottom of the receiver.
If desiccant cap installing is bolt type, tighten specified torque for its bolt.

Tightening torque

Cap: 12.5 N.m (1.25 kg-m, 9 +/- 1.8 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Installing Desiccant (Drying Agent)

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