Desiccant (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
1840010052
FRT
0.25
NOTE: Unless
otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and
FRT 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.
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NOTE: See Personal Protection to make
sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
- 1081547-00-B SMALL SLIDE HAMMER
- 1985068-00-A FEMALE TO FEMALE THREADED ADAPTER
Torque Specifications
Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
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Accumulator dust cap | Hand-tight |
|
Replace |
Remove
- Set up the AC machine.
- Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
- On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap , and allow the routine to complete.
- Remove the HEPA filter assembly. See SERVICE KIT - HEPA AND CARBON FILTERS (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect the LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
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Recover the A/C refrigerant. See
A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) (Maintenance).
WarningMake sure there is no pressure in the A/C system before performing the following steps. Failure to do so may result in damage to components and/or personal injury.WarningHFO-R1234yf and R134a are considered hazardous and, if handled incorrectly, can cause serious injury. Suitable personal protective equipment, consisting of face and eye protection, safety glasses, face shield, heat-proof gloves, chemical resistant gloves, rubber boots and apron or waterproof overall must be worn when carrying out operations on the air conditioning system.
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If present, remove and discard the
dust cap from the accumulator.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- 3 in extension
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Use snap ring pliers to remove and
discard the accumulator cap snap ring.
WarningPlease ensure to wear the Face Shield throughout the entire process to prevent foreign objects from flying out.
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Thread the female to female threaded
adapter onto the slide hammer, thread adapter onto the accumulator cap, and then use the
slide hammer to remove the accumulator cap.
NoteDiscard the accumulator cap after removal.
- Use needle nose pliers to remove the desiccant bag from the accumulator.
- Weigh the desiccant bag. This is considered the "wet weight."
- Determine the "dry weight" of the desiccant bag: Inspect the bag for a label that contains the Part Number (P), Serial Number (S), and Dry Weight (W). If the label is missing, or if the dry weight is not visible, assume the dry weight is 90.4 grams.
- Subtract the dry weight from the wet weight. This is the amount of oil that must be added to the system in addition to the oil that was removed during refrigerant recovery. Note this amount for later.
Install
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Install the desiccant bag in the
accumulator.
NoteMake sure the tab on the desiccant bag faces upward.
- Lubricate the new accumulator cap O-rings with the appropriate A/C oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications. Then install the cap on the accumulator.
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Use the snap ring pliers to install
the new accumulator cap snap ring.
WarningPlease ensure to wear the Face Shield throughout the entire process to prevent foreign objects from flying out.NoteMake sure the snap ring is fully seated in the groove on the inside of the accumulator bore.
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Hand-tighten the new dust cap to the
accumulator.
NoteScrew the dust cap until it bottoms out on the accumulator.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- 3 in extension
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Perform the vacuum leak test and oil
injection, and A/C refrigerant recharge. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) (Maintenance).
NoteInject the amount of oil that was lost to:
- Removal of the old desiccant bag. See step 14.
- Refrigerant recovery. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) (Maintenance).
CAUTIONDO NOT forget to inject the amount of oil that was lost to removal of the old desiccant bag. Failure to do so might cause catastrophic damage to the thermal system.NoteFor calculations, both ND-11 and RB100EV compressor oils have a density of 0.98 grams/ml at 15°C.- Given a value in grams, divide by 0.98 to find the value in ml (milliliters or cc).
- Given a value in ml (milliliters or cc), multiply by 0.98 to find the value in grams.
- Connect the LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
- On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap , and close once the routine is passed.
- Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
- Install the HEPA filter assembly. See SERVICE KIT - HEPA AND CARBON FILTERS (Remove and Replace).