Expansion Valve: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery machine.
2. Remove one nut to A/C lines at expansion valve.
3. Loosen bolt at Filter/Drier to pivot lines away from expansion valve.
4. Place plug/cap over open end of refrigerant lines.
5. Gently pull A/C line out of expansion valve.
6. Remove two #30 torx bolts retaining expansion valve to evaporator coil.
7. Remove expansion valve from vehicle.

CAUTION: Always install new O-rings when replacing expansion valve.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.