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)
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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.
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See also:
Indicators
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B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode
1 and Test Mode 2 (without the
HDS)
Special Tools Required
MFCS (MCIC) Service Connector 07WAZ-00101 OA
Test Mode 1
Check the ECM/PCM for DTCs and troubleshoot
ECM/PCM (see p a g e 11-3) or F-CAN loss o f
communication errors first ...
Outside Air Temperature Sensor
Replacement
1. Lift the tab (A) to release the lock, then remove the
outside air temperature sensor (B) from the front
bumper beam. Disconnect the 2P connector (C) from
the outside air temperature sensor.
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