Receiver drier

Fig 1: Receiver Drier

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

The task of the receiver drier is to:

• function as a filter, taking up and binding moisture (water) found in the system
• function as a storage container for leak detection agent.

The leak detection dye mixes with the oil. When a leak occurs, it is possible to locate the leak with UV light.