LR3/Disco 3
Receiver Drier (82.17.03)
Removal
NOTE :
Installation
Published : May 4, 2004
The receiver drier need only be changed under the following circumstances: There is dirt in the refrigerant circuit
( eg. compressor seizure ). The system is leaking and refrigerant has been lost to atmosphere. Refrigerant circuit
has been open more than 24 hours due to repair.
1 .
WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the
vehicle on safety stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2 .
Remove the condenser core. For additional information, refer to
Condenser Core (82.15.07)
(Section
412-03)
3 .
Remove the receiver drier support bracket clamp.
Loosen the screw.
4 .
CAUTION: Immediately cap all refrigerant lines to prevent ingress of dirt and moisture.
Remove the receiver drier.
Remove the bolt.
Remove the clamp.
Remove and discard the 2 O-ring seals.
1 .
Install the receiver drier.
Clean the component mating faces.
Install new O-ring seals.
Install the clamp.
Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
