Kia Optima: Refrigerant line. Repair procedures
Replacement
| 1. |
Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration
system. |
| 2. |
Replace faulty tube or hose.
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Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of
the system. |
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| 3. |
Tighten joint of bolt or nut
to specified torque.
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Connections should not be torque tighter than the specified torque. |
Part tightened
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N.m
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kgf.m
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lb-ft
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Condenser - Discharge hose
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3.9~5.9
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0.4~0.6
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2.9~4.3
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Condenser - Liquid tube
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Compressor - Discharge hose
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3.9~5.9
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0.4~0.6
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2.9~4.3
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Compressor - Suction hose
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Expansion valve - Evaporator
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7.8~11.7
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0.8~1.2
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5.7~8.6
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| 4. |
Evacuate air in refrigeration
system and charge system with refrigerant.
Specified amount 550 ± 25g
(19.4 ± 0.88 oz.)
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| 5. |
Inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
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| 6. |
Inspect A/C operation. |
Components
1. Screw
2. Bolt
3. Disc & Hub Assembly
4. Retainer Ring
5. Pulley
6. Connector Bracket
7. Screw
8. Compressor Assembly
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See also:
Components Location
1. Sub frame
2. Assist arm
3. Trailing arm
4. Rear disc
5. Rear upper arm
6. Rear shock absorber
7. Coil spring
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Climate information screen selection
Press the climate information screen selection button to display climate information
on the screen. ...
Inspection
1.
Check the strut bearing for wear
and damage.
2.
Check the spring upper and lower
seat for damage and deterioration.
3.
Compress and extend the pist ...
Refrigerant line. Components and Components Location
Compressor. Components and Components Location