Honda Accord: Expansion Valve Replacement
1. Remove the evaporator core (see page 21-67).
2. Remove the insulator (A) and bolts, then remove the expansion valve (B) and O-rings (C).
3. Install the expansion valve in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: • 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 correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
•immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
• Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
• Make sure that there is no air leakage.
• Charge the system (see page 21-81).
Evaporator Core Replacement
1. Recover the refrigerant with a
recovery/recycIing/charging station (see page 21-80).
2. Remove the bolt from the A/C line clamp (A).
3. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the A/C line (A)
fro ...
Heater Unit/Core Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 24-21) and the
precautions and procedures (see page 24-25) before
doing repairs or service.
1. Do the batter ...
See also:
Cylinder Head
Component Location Index (cont'd)
Engine Compression Inspection
NOTE: After this inspection, you must reset the engine
control module (ECM)/powertrain control module
(PCM), otherwise the ECM ...
Playing AM/FM Radio
• Preset Memory
To store a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Rotate to select Save Preset,
then press .
4. Rotate to select the preset
number you ...
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you
check
the oil ...