Attention! The air conditioning system is constantly under high pressure. Never disconnect refrigeration lines or remove any system components without first discharging the system. The discharge of the air conditioning system must be carried out by an experienced specialist in a car service workshop. Always wear safety goggles when disconnecting refrigerant lines!
Attention! When replacing air conditioning system components, a certain amount of replacement refrigerant oil will be required to fill the volume of the new assembly. Use only oil suitable for use in R-134a systems (read the label on the container carefully).
1. Discharge the air conditioning system in a specialized workshop.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Attention! If the stereo system installed in the car is equipped with a security code, before disconnecting the battery, make sure that you have the correct combination to activate the audio system!
3. Disconnect the refrigeration lines from the receiver (see accompanying illustration), plug the open ends of pipes and fittings immediately to prevent dirt from entering the system.
4. Remove the wheel arch locker (see chapter Body), loosen the pinch bolt of the support bracket (see accompanying illustration) and remove the receiver dryer from the vehicle.
5. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Don't forget to replace the o-rings on the fittings.
6. Have the system charged in a specialized workshop.