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Expansion Valve: Functions

NOTE:

Refrigerant must be extracted before hand using, for example Robinair A/C Service Unit ROB134APF.

The previously used service stations can still be used.

To prevent the entry of dampness all components of the refrigerant circuit which have been opened must be sealed with suitable plugs.

Fig 1: Expansion Valve Remove/Install Components
GWWN87-10011Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Screws
    • 12 Nm
    • Quantity: 2
  2. Refrigerant Lines on Expansion Valve
  3. O-Ring
    • 13.7 mm; 2.5 mm
  4. Expansion Valve
    • Removing and installing, refer to EXPANSION VALVE 

      -- Extract refrigerant using Robinair A/C Service Unit ROB134APF.

      WARNING:

      There is a danger of ice-up.

      Refrigerant leaks out if refrigerant circuit is not discharged.

      Refrigerant must be extracted before opening the refrigerant circuit. If refrigerant circuit is not opened within 10 minutes of extraction, pressure may form in refrigerant circuit due to evaporation. Extract refrigerant once more.

      -- Remove the bolts - 1- and refrigerant lines - 2- from the expansion valve.

      -- Remove the bolts - 8- and the expansion valve.

  5. O-Ring
    • 14 mm; 1.82 mm
    • Coat with refrigerant oil when installing
  6. O-Ring
    • 10.8 mm; 1.82 mm
    • Coat with refrigerant oil when installing
  7. O-Ring
    • 9.5 mm; 2.5 mm
  8. Cylindrical Combination Bolt
    • 5 Nm