Corolla LE Sedan L4-1762cc 1.8L DOHC MFI (1998)
Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Evacuate air from refrigeration system. Charge system with refrigerant and
inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount: 650 ± 50 g (22.93 ± 1.76 oz.)
2. REMOVE LIQUID TUBE BETWEEN CONDENSER AND RECEIVER
a. Remove the nut from condenser.
Torque: 14 N.m (140 kgf.cm, 10 ft.lbf)
b. Remove the bolt and the liquid tube from receiver
Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install the tube.
3. DISCONNECT LIQUID TUBE BETWEEN RECEIVER AND COOLING UNIT
Remove the bolt and disconnect the tube from receiver.
Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Lubricate a new O-rings with compressor oil and install the tube.
4. REMOVE RECEIVER
Remove the bolts and receiver with holder.
HINT: At the time of installation please refer to the following item. If receiver is replaced, add compressor oil to receiver.
Add 20 cc (1.7 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of Removal.