Passat Syncro Wagon V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2000)
Expansion Block/Orifice Tube: Service and Repair
Restrictor, Removing And Installing
Removing
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Discharge refrigerant system.
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Loosen and separate coupling -A- on evaporator inlet pipe.
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Tightening torque 15 Nm (11 ft lb)
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Replace O-ring -D-
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O-ring -D- = 10.7 mm, 1.8 mm
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Remove restrictor -B- using long nose pliers
CAUTION!
Immediately plug open connections on A/C components and lines to prevent dirt and moisture contamination.
Installing
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Insert restrictor -B- into evaporator inlet pipe with arrow pointing in direction of refrigerant flow (towards evaporator).
NOTE:
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Ensure proper positioning of O-ring -C-
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Restrictor must fit tight in inlet pipe (push in as far as it will go)
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Assemble to allow stress free mounting of evaporator pipes