Kia Rio: Air Conditioning System / Receiver-Drier

Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Receiver-Drier

Repair procedures

Replacement
1.

Remove the condenser.

2.

Remove the cap (B) on the bottom of the condenser with L wrench (A).

Tightening torque :

2.7~3.2 N.m (0.28~0.33 kgf.m, 2.0~2.4 lb-ft)

3.

Remove the desiccant (A) from condenser using a long nose plier. Check for crumbled desiccant and clogged bottom cap filter.

4.

Apply air conditioning compressor oil along the O-rings and threads of the new bottom cap.

5.

Insert the new desiccant into the receiver drier tank. The desiccant must be sealed in vacuum before it is exposed to air for use.

6.

Install the new bottom cap to the condenser.

  
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Always replace the desiccant and bottom cap at the same time.

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Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.

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Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.

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Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the holes.

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Charge the system, and test its performance.

    Repair procedures Inspection 1. Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them with water, and blow them with compressed air.

    Description and operation Description The A/C Pressure Transducer (APT) convert the pressure value of high pressure line into voltage value after measure it.

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    Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Service Manual: Air Conditioning System

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