Legacy Sedan 4WD F4-2.2L SOHC (1992)
1. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, remove the clamps and the evaporator upper case.
2. Remove thermostat from upper case. (Thermistor is inserted into specified evaporator fin position.) When installing thermostat, be sure to insert
thermistor into specified fin position.
3. Disconnect the connection between the expansion valve and pipe from receiver drier.
4. Remove the expansion valve from pipes.
5. To install expansion valve, reverse removal procedures. Properly wrap capillary tube of expansion valve with seal.
Tightening torque: Nm (kg-m, ft-lb)
T1: 15 - 25 (1.5 - 2.5,11 - 18)
T2: 10 - 20 (1.0 - 2.0, 7 - 14)
T3: 7 - 13 (0.7 - 1.3,5.1 - 9.4)
6. Check to see if the evaporator fins are clogged. If they are, clean them with compressed air. Water must never be used to clean the evaporator.