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Compressor Relief Valve Replacement

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  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station (see Refrigerant Recovery  ).
  2. Remove the relief valve (A) and the O-ring (B) Plug the opening to keep foreign matter from entering the system and the compressor oil from running out.
    Fig 1: Removing Relief Valve
    G01520017Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Clean the mating surfaces.
  4. Replace the O-ring with a new one at the relief valve, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing it.
  5. Remove the plug, and install and tighten the relief valve.
  6. Charge the system (see System Charging  ).