Expansion Valve: Service and Repair

1. Disarm airbag system as outlined under Airbags and Seatbelts.
2. Recover refrigerant.
3. Remove blower unit, as follows:
a. Remove glove compartment.
b. Disconnect ECU electrical connector, then remove ECU and bracket.
c. Disconnect connector bracket electrical connector, then remove connector bracket.
d. Disconnect blower unit electrical connector.
e. Disconnect air inlet damper control cable.
f. Remove blower unit three attaching screws and nut, then remove blower unit.
4. Disconnect and cap evaporator liquid and suction tubes.

Removing Evaporator Case Cover:

Removing Evaporator Core:

Removing Expansion Valve:

5. Remove evaporator cover.
6. Remove evaporator assembly, then separate evaporator and expansion tube.
7. Reverse procedure to install.
8. When new evaporator is installed, add 1.6 oz. refrigeration oil.

TORQUE VALUES
Expansion Valve To Evaporator: 4.8 lb.ft. (5.4 Nm)
Refrigerant Tubes: 7 lb.ft. (9.8 Nm)