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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4. Rear center seat belt
5. Rear seat belt [LH]
6. Rear seat belt buckle
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To resume cruising speed at more than approximately 40 km/h (25 mph)
If any method other than the cruise ON/OFF switch was used to cancel cruising
speed and the system is still activated, the most recent set speed will automatically
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your vehicle
and in all legal matters pertaining to
its ownership, etc.
VIN label
The VIN is also on a plate a ...
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A/C Pressure Transducer. Components and Components Location