Town & Country Van 2WD V6-230 3.8L VIN L SMFI (1997)
Expansion Valve Removal
13. Carefully remove expansion valve.
14. Remove the old 0-rings.
INSTALLATION
1. Ensure old 0-rings are removed. Install new 0-rings on the refrigerant lines and evaporator sealing plate.
2. Hand-start the stud into the expansion valve and torque to 7 - 11 N.m (64 - 96 in. lbs.).
3. Carefully install the expansion valve to the sealing plate. Install the two screws and tighten 8 to 14 N.m (70 to 130 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Carefully install the refrigerant lines and sealing plate to the expansion valve. Install the nut and tighten 20 to 26 N.m (170 to 230 in. lbs.) torque.
5. Install the ground wire at dash panel.
6. Pull generator back into the proper position for bracket mounting.
7. Install generator field wire connector.
8. Install the upper generator bracket.
9. Install accessory drive belt.
10. Evacuate and recharge system.
11. After expansion valve is installed, the system is charged, and leaks have checked repeat the A/C performance check.