HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > Expansion Valve
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery. NOTE">
2. Using the refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant. Refrigerant Recovery Procedure > PROCEDURE">
3. Remove the air intake boot. Air Intake Boot > REMOVAL">
CAUTION:
Move aside the air intake boot to perform the operation without disconnecting the PCV hose.
4. Remove the expansion valve - cooling.
(1) Remove the clips and bolts, and detach the hose - pressure suction and the pipe - evaporator cooling.
CAUTION:
Seal the disconnected hose, pipe and engaging part of expansion valve with a plug or vinyl tape to prevent foreign matter from entering.

(2) Remove the bolt, and remove the expansion valve - cooling.
CAUTION:
Seal the pipe and engaging part of expansion valve with a plug or vinyl tape to prevent foreign matter from entering.
Preparation tool:
Hexagon wrench: 4 mm (0.16 in)

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BSD/RCTA temporary stop message
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator
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Fuses
CAUTION
Never replace a fuse with one having
a higher rating or with material
other than a fuse because serious
damage or a fire could result.
The fuses are designed to melt during an
overload to prevent damage to the wiring
harness and electrical equipment. The
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Removal
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