QX56 RWD V8-5.6L (VK56DE) (2006)
Expansion Valve: Service and Repair
Front Expansion Valve
Removal and Installation for Front Expansion Valve
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer to "HFC-134a (R - 134a) Service Procedure".
2. Remove the front evaporator.
3. Remove the cooler grommet.
4. Remove the expansion valve.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Expansion valve bolts :
4 N.m (0.41 kg-m, 35 in-lb)
A/C refrigerant pipe to expansion valve bolt :
Refer to "Components".
CAUTION:
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Replace the O-rings on the A/C refrigerant pipes with new ones, then apply compressor oil to them when installing them.
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After charging refrigerant, check for leaks.