Stratus Sedan L4-2.4L VIN X (2003)
Receiver Dryer: Description and Operation
The receiver/drier is mounted on the right side of the engine compartment. It is part of the liquid line, between the condenser outlet and evaporator inlet.
High-pressure liquid refrigerant from the condenser flows into the receiver/drier. The receiver drier filters the refrigerant to prevent foreign material from
contaminating the expansion valve. A desiccant bag inside absorbs any moisture which may have become trapped in refrigerant system. In periods of
high demand air conditioner operation, it acts as a reservoir to store surplus refrigerant. If the receiver/drier is faulty damaged, contaminated or the
system has been left open to the atmosphere for an undetermined period, it must be replaced.
