Civic Sedan L4-1.5L SOHC (16 valve) (1995)
Evaporator Core: Service and Repair
Overhaul
Evaporator Overhaul
1. Pull the A/C thermostat sensor out of the evaporator fins.
2. Remove the self-tapping screws and clips from the housing.
3. Carefully separate the housings, and remove the evaporator covers.
4. Remove the expansion valve if necessary.
NOTE: When loosening the expansion valve nuts, use a second wrench to hold the expansion valve or evaporator pipe, otherwise, they can be
damaged.
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Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly, and:
^ Replace the all 0-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil (SP-10: P/N 38899-P13-AO 1) before installing
them.
NOTE: Be sure to use the right 0-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
^ Install the expansion valve capillary tube with the capillary tube in contact with the suction line directly, and wrap it with tape.
^ Reinstall the A/C thermostat sensor to its original location.