Outback L.L.Bean Edition AWD F6-3.0L (2002)
Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair
Receiver Drier
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect ground cable from battery.
2. Using refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant. <Ref. to OPERATION, Refrigerant Recovery Procedure.>
3. Disconnect pressure switch harness (A).
4. Disconnect pipe (B).
5. Loosen mounting bolts (C) to remove receiver drier.
CAUTION: The receiver drier contains a desiccant. After disconnecting receiver drier, plug it to avoid moisture.
If receiver drier is replaced, add appropriate amount of compressor oil to the compressor. <Ref. to REPLACEMENT, Compressor Oil.>
INSTALLATION
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION: Replace O-rings with new ones, and apply compressor oil.
2. Charge refrigerant. <Ref. to OPERATION, Refrigerant Charging Procedure.>
Tightening torque:
Refer to COMPONENT of General Description <Ref to AIR CONDITIONING UNIT, COMPONENT, General Description.>