Kia Optima: Receiver-Drier. Repair procedures
Replacement
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Remove the condenser, and then
remove the bottom cap (B) with L wrench (A) from the condenser.
Tightening torque :20~25N.m
(2.0~2.5kgf.m, 14.5~18.2lb-ft)
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Remove the desiccant (A) from
condenser using a long nose plier. Check for crumbled desiccant and clogged
bottom cap filter.
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Apply air conditioning compressor
oil along the O-rings and threads of the new bottom cap. |
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Insert the new desiccant into
the receiver drier tank. The desiccant must be sealed in vacuum before it
is exposed to air for use. |
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Install the new bottom cap to
the condenser.
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Always replace
the desiccant and bottom cap at the same time. |
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Replace the O-rings
with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of
refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the
right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage. |
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Be careful not
to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing
the condenser. |
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Be sure to install
the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the
holes. |
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Charge the system,
and test its performance. |
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1.
Recover the refrigerant with
a recovery/ recycling/ charging station.
2.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
3.
Remove the discharge line ...
See also:
Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check the following:
All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed.
Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the
eng ...
Heating and air conditioning
1. Start the engine.
2. Set the mode to the desired position. To improve the effectiveness of heating
and cooling :
- Heating: - Cooling:
3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.
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Removing the Spare Tire
Turn the tire hold-down wing bolt counterclockwise. Store the tire in the reverse
order of removal.
To prevent the jack, jack handle, and tool bag from “rattling” while the vehicle
is in motion ...
Replacement
A/C Pressure Transducer. Components and Components Location