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A-C Compressor Controls (Manual): Removal & Installation Kia Rio II

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REPLACEMENT

  1. Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system (Refer to «SYSTEM CHARGING»(ref-271045-S28847152772007110800000) ).
  2. Replace faulty tube or hose. CAUTION: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
  3. Tighten joint of bolt or nut to specified torque. CAUTION: Connections should not be torqued tighter than the specified torque. TORQUE SPECIFICATION Part tightened N.m Kgf.m lbf.ft Condenser x Discharge hose 8-12 0.8-1.2 5.8-8.7 Condenser x Liquid tube Compressor x Discharge hose Compressor x Suction hose Expansion valve x Evaporator
  4. Evacuate air in refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant (Refer to «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM SERVICE BASICS»(ref-271045-S38220036532007110800000) ). Specified amount: 500 ± 25g
  5. Inspect for leakage of refrigerant. Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant (Refer to «SYSTEM CHARGING»(ref-271045-S28847152772007110800000) ).
  6. Inspect A/C operation.

Scheme 28

Scheme 28: COMPONENT LOCATION