Venture AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
Expansion Valve: Service and Repair
Thermal Expansion Valve - Auxiliary
THERMAL EXPANSION VALVE REPLACEMENT - AUXILIARY
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the left lower quarter trim panel.
3. Remove the foam wrap from the auxiliary TXV.
4. Remove the auxiliary TXV line clamp screws.
5. Remove the auxiliary TXV line clamp from the HVAC module assembly.
6. Remove the bolt from the auxiliary TXV line block fitting.
7. Remove the A/C lines from the auxiliary TXV.
8. Remove and discard the sealing washers.
9. Cap or tape the A/C lines.
IMPORTANT:Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant lines immediately to prevent contamination of the refrigerant system.