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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Display Setup
You can change the brightness or color theme of the audio/information screen.
• Changing the Screen Brightness
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select System
Settings, then
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Ceiling Light
The ceiling light has a three-position
switch: ON, Door Activated, and
OFF. In the Door Activated (center)
position, the light comes on when
you:
Open either door.
Unlock the driver’s do ...
Valve Stem-to-Guide Clearance
Inspection
1. Remove the valves (see page 6-86).
2. Subtract the O.D. of the valve stem, measured with a
micrometer, from the I.D. of the valve guide,
measured with an inside micrometer or a ball gauge.
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