19/12/2024 04:45:08

TXV Valve - Evaporator (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 18205002

  • 2024-12-19: Added Note on separately adding correction code 18200102.
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Note
This procedure requires the A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) procedure to be performed. If not already automatically added to the Service Visit, add correction code 18200102 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.

Removal

  1. Recover refrigerant from the vehicle. See A/C Refrigerant Recovery and Recharge (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install) .
  3. Remove bolt securing the pipe retaining plate to the evaporator TXV (torque 20 Nm).
  4. Remove bolt securing A/C pipe bracket to cross-brace (torque 6 Nm).
  5. Disconnect refrigerant pipes from TXV.
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    CAUTION
    Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.
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    CAUTION
    Remove and discard O-rings.
  6. Disconnect TXV solenoid valve connector.
  7. Remove bolts (x2) securing TXV to evaporator (torque 6 Nm).
  8. Remove TXV from evaporator.