Flex FWD V6-3.5L (2010)
Expansion Block/Orifice Tube: Service and Repair
Thermostatic Expansion Valve - Auxiliary Climate Control
Thermostatic Expansion Valve
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the auxiliary climate control housing. For additional information, refer to Auxiliary Climate Control Housing See: Housing Assembly
HVAC/Service and Repair/Auxiliary Climate Control Housing.
2. NOTICE: The auxiliary line floorpan bracket screws are loosened only to allow the auxiliary evaporator tubes to be positioned away
from the auxiliary Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV). Do not fully disassemble the floorpan bracket or separate the floorpan gasket
from the bracket. If the floorpan gasket is separated from the bracket, or if it is damaged, a new gasket must be installed to avoid noise
and water leak concerns.
Loosen the 2 auxiliary line floorpan bracket screws.
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To install, tighten to 1 Nm (9 lb-in).
3. Remove the auxiliary TXV fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
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Discard the O-ring seals.