2026-04-16

Receiver Dryer and Desiccant (Add-On) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 18202032 0.15 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-04-16: Released new procedure.
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Note
This procedure for the Receiver Dryer and Desiccant (Add-On) (Remove and Replace) is to be used when, while working on the refrigerant system where the refrigerant is recovered, it is found that the receiver dryer and desiccant need to be replaced. Add correction code 18202032 as a separate correction within the same activity to the Service Visit.
Equipment:
  • 1081547-00-B - SMALL SLIDE HAMMER
  • 1145232-00-A - TOOL, DESSICANT FILTER, MODEL 3

Remove

  1. Remove the front underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace).
  2. Partially lift the vehicle.
  3. Remove the screw that attaches the fascia to the RH front fender.
  4. Remove the bolt and push clips (x2) that attach the RH side of the fascia the vehicle.
  5. Clean the area around the cap before removal.
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    Warning
    Wear the Face Shield throughout the entire process to protect against foreign objects flying out under pressure.
  6. Remove the cap from the condenser.
  7. Use a pick tool to remove the filter screen from the condenser.
  8. Use long nose piers to remove the desiccant bag.

Install

  1. Install a new desiccant bag into the condenser.
  2. Install the new filter and cap into the condenser.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  3. Install the bolt and push clips (x2) that attach the RH side of the fascia the vehicle.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  4. Install the screw that attaches the RH side of the fascia to the fender.
    1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)