Astra L4-1.8L (2009)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
1. Install the TXV.
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Use new sealing rings, before installation moisten only green colored sealing rings with mineral oil and insert.
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Install the service threaded rods (2) into retaining clip (1) to guide expansion valve.
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Push the expansion valve onto service threaded rods until the refrigerant lines lie in the expansion valve.
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Replace threaded rods in succession with fixing bolts.
Tighten the expansion valve bolts to 6 Nm (53 lb in).
2. Install the block connector.
3. Use the new sealing rings, before installation moisten only green colored sealing rings with mineral oil and insert.
Tighten the block connector bolt to 7 Nm (62 lb in).
4. Recharge the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery and
Recharging).