Auxiliary Climate Control Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Land Rover LR4, 2012 Land Rover LR4, 2011 Land Rover LR4, and 2010 Land Rover LR4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Since injury such as scalding could be caused by escaping steam or coolant, do not remove the filler cap from the coolant expansion tank while the system is hot.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Specifications article.
- Remove the LH C-pillar lower trim panel Refer to C-Pillar Lower Trim Panel article.
- Evacuate the A/C system. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging article.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Support the exhaust system. Release the center, left and right rear mountings.
- Remove the exhaust heat shield.
- Remove the 4 nuts.
- Remove the spare wheel and tire.
- Clamp the relevant hose, to minimize coolant loss.
- Disconnect the A/C pipes.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- Disconnect the 2 coolant hoses.
- Position a container to collect the fluid.
- Release the 2 clips.
- Release the sealing plate.
- Remove the 3 bolts.
- Remove the climate control assembly.
- Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
- Remove the 3 bolts.
WARNING:
Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting or removing the components, ensure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
NOTE:
The receiver drier need only be changed under the following circumstances: There is dirt in the refrigerant circuit (eg. compressor seizure). The system is leaking and refrigerant has been lost to atmosphere. Refrigerant circuit has been open more than 24 hours due to repair.
CAUTION:
Engine coolant will damage the paint finished surfaces. If spilt, immediately remove the coolant and clean the area with water.
NOTE:
Some fluid spillage is inevitable during this operation.