Journey FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair
Front A/C Receiver Drier - Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant oil level when servicing the A/C refrigerant system See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Oil Level
. Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant oil level will prevent the A/C system from operating as designed and can cause serious
A/C compressor damage.
CAUTION: The A/C receiver/drier must be replaced if an internal failure of the A/C compressor has occurred See: Front A/C Receiver Drier -
Removal . Failure to replace the A/C Receiver Drier can cause serious damage to the replacement A/C compressor.
NOTE: If only the A/C receiver/drier is being replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only
refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
NOTE: When replacing multiple A/C system components, refer to the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be
added to the refrigerant systemSee: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Oil Level .
NOTE: Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is disconnected. Failure to replace
the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.
NOTE: LHD model shown in illustrations.
NOTE: Illustration shown with front fascia and headlamp removed for clarity.
1. Position the A/C receiver/drier (4) to the right front frame rail (2) and loosely install the lower retaining bolt (5).
2. Install the bolt (3) that secures the upper portion of the A/C suction line (1) to the right front frame rail. Tighten both bolts securely.
3. Remove the tape or plugs from the opened refrigerant line fittings and the receiver/drier port.
4. Lubricate new O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them and new gaskets onto the refrigerant line fittings. Use only the specified
O-ring seals as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C
compressor in the vehicle.
5. Connect the rear section of the A/C liquid line (7) to the A/C receiver/drier.
6. Install the nut (6) that secures the rear section of the A/C liquid line to the A/C receiver/drier. Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).