Kia Forte: Receiver-Drier Replacement

Second generation YD (2014-2018) / Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Receiver-Drier Replacement

Remove the condenser, and then remove the bottom cap (B) with a L wrench (A) from the condenser.

Tightening torque :

9.8~14.7N.m (1.0~1.5kgf.m, 7.2~10.8lb-ft)

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

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

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

Install the new bottom cap to the condenser.

â€¢	Always replace the receiver-drier and bottom cap at the same time.

â€¢	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.

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

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

â€¢	Charge the system, and test its performance.

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Kia Forte: Receiver-Drier Replacement

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