Armada 2WD V8-5.6L (VK56DE) (2006)
Expansion Valve: Service and Repair
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.
Removal and Installation for Rear Expansion Valve
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer to "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
2. Remove the rear RH interior side trim panel. Refer to "BODY SIDE TRIM".
3. Disconnect the A/C refrigerant pipes from the expansion valve.
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the A/C refrigerant pipe ends with a suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air and contaminants.
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.