Receiver Drier Cartridge: Removal
NOTE:
Installation of a new receiver/drier desiccant bag is not required when repairing the A/C system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier desiccant bag. Damage to the receiver/drier desiccant bag includes physical damage to the receiver/drier desiccant bag or moisture contamination. Moisture contamination results only from a complete loss of refrigerant and equalization of the refrigerant system pressure with atmospheric pressure for a period longer than one hour. If even a slight amount of positive refrigerant pressure is present in the system before repairs are carried out, the receiver/drier desiccant bag should not be replaced.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Jacking And Lifting .
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Climate Control System .
- Release the 4 underbody shield retainers and remove the underbody shield (if equipped).
- Remove the lower radiator splash shield.
- Visually inspect the access hole. If the inner bolster flash covers any portion of the receiver drier plug and/or is not aligned with the 40 mm (1.574 in) access hole proceed to step 6. If there are no clearance issues proceed to step 7.
- Remove 3.0 mm (0.118 in) of material from the inner bolster flash.
- Unscrew and remove the plastic receiver/drier cap.
- Remove the receiver/drier plug snap ring.
- Push the receiver/drier plug upwards.
- Remove the receiver/drier plug snap ring.
- Remove the receiver/drier plug.
- Install an M5 bolt in the center of the receiver drier plug.
- Remove the receiver/drier plug.
- Grasp the receiver/drier cartridge grab handle and remove the receiver/drier cartridge.