2026-04-16

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

Correction code 18202032 0.25 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.

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

Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
Remove the 4 bolts and 6 clips that secure the lower front fascia to the front fascia, and then remove the lower front fascia.
Use a Torx T50 to remove the cover from the LH side of the condenser (torque 4 Nm).
Remove the snap ring from the condenser. Discard the snap ring.

Warning
Wear the Face Shield throughout the entire process to protect against foreign objects flying out under pressure.
Use the small slide hammer to pull out the inner plug. Discard the inner plug.

Warning
Wear the Face Shield throughout the entire process to protect against foreign objects flying out under pressure.
Remove the desiccant bag.