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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| 2. |
Remove the desiccant (A) from
condenser using a long nose plier. Check for crumbled desiccant and clogged
bottom cap filter.
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| 3. |
Apply air conditioning compressor
oil along the O-rings and threads of the new bottom cap. |
| 4. |
Insert the new desiccant into
the receiver drier tank. The desiccant must be sealed in vacuum before it
is exposed to air for use. |
| 5. |
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 ...
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