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Compressor Control Valve Assembly: Service and Repair





Compressor Control Valve Assembly Replacement - V5-Conventional Mount

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
^ J 5403 Snap Ring Pliers
^ J 39500-B A/C Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and Recharging (ACR4) System

1. Recover the refrigerant using the J 39500-B.
2. Remove the control valve retaining ring using the J 5403.
3. Remove the control valve assembly (5).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 5403 Snap Ring Pliers

1. Coat the O-rings with 525 Viscosity refrigeration oil.
2. Using thumb pressure, push the O-rings in place.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the retaining ring is properly seated in the ring groove.

3. Using the J 5403, install the valve retaining ring (5) with the high point of the curved sides against the valve housing.
4. Evacuate the system. Recharge the system.
5. Perform a leak test. Refer to Compressor Leak Testing (V5-Conventional Mount).