Desiccant Bag/Dryer Cartridge, Removing And Installing: Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

NOTE:

Replace the cap, seals and desiccant bag each time the receiver/dryer is opened. Refer to The Parts Information.

-- Using the opening, inspect the receiver/dryer on the condenser for dirt and damage on the threaded- and sealing surfaces.

-- Assemble the plug -A- with the seals -B and C-.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Dryer Cartridge, Removing & Installing, Showa/Keihin Condenser

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-- Remove the dryer cartridge -E- from the package and insert it into the receiver/dryer.

-- Position and install the plug -A-.

-- Coat the new seals with refrigerant oil before installing the refrigerant line.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the A/C compressor if the refrigerant circuit is empty.

- Never start the engine with the refrigerant circuit empty.

Vehicles with Refrigerant R134a

-- Fill the refrigerant circuit. Refer to the appropriate service information .

-- Perform the leak test on the refrigerant circuit line connections that were closed again. Refer to the appropriate service information .

Vehicles with Refrigerant R1234yf

-- Charge the refrigerant circuit. Refer to REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT, CHARGING .

-- Perform the leak test on the closed line connections of the refrigerant circuit. Refer to LEAKS, FINDING .