AC/Air Conditioning — Receiver On–vehicle Inspection, page 91

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AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM – RECEIVER

RECEIVER
ON–VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. OPEN THE HOOD
2. INSPECT SIGHT GLASS AND FITTING FOR LEAKAGE
Using a gas leak tester, check for leakage, check for leakage.
If there is leakage, check the tightening torque at the joints.

Sight Glass

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RECEIVER REMOVAL
1. OPEN THE HOOD
2. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT IN REFRIGERATION
SYSTEM
INSTALLATION HINT: Evacuate air from refrigeration sys-
tem.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of re-
frigerant.
Specified amount:
700 ±50 g (24.96 ±1.76 oz.)
3. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER
(See page BO–8)
4. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT UPPER SEAL
Remove the 12 clips and radiator support upper seal.
5. REMOVE LIQUID TUBES FROM RECEIVER
Remove the 2 bolts and both tubes from the receiver.
Torque: 5.4 N·m (55 kgf·cm, 48 in.·lbf
INSTALLATION HINT: Lubricate the new O–rings with com-
pressor oil and install the tubes.

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6. REMOVE RECEIVER
Remove the holder bolt and pull the receiver upward from the
receiver holder.
REMOVAL NOTICE: Cap the open fitting immediately to
keep moisture out of system.
INSTALLATION HINT: If receiver was replaced, add com-
pressor oil to the compressor.
Add 10 cc (2.9 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil:
ND–OIL 8 or equivalent

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RECEIVER INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.