Kia Sportage: Air conditioning System / Receiver-Drier Repair procedures
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Remove the cap (B) from the bottom of the condenser using an L wrench
(A).
Tightening torque :
9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb-ft)
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Remove the receiver-drier (A) from condenser using a long nose plier.
Check for crumbled receiver-drier and clogged bottom cap filter.

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Apply air conditioning compressor oil along the O-rings and threads
of the new bottom cap.
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Insert a new receiver-drier into the receiver drier tank. The receiver-drier
must be sealed in vacuum before it is exposed to air for use.
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Install a new bottom cap to the condenser.
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Always replace the receiver-drier and bottom cap at
the same time.
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Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and
apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing
them. Be sure to use the right O-rings for R-134a to
avoid leakage.
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Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser
fins when installing the condenser.
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Charge the system, and test its performance.
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Inspection
1.
Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean
with water, and blow dry with compressed air. If bent, gently smooth
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Description
A/C pressure transducer converts the pressure value of high pressure line into
voltage value after measuring it. Based on the converted voltage value, engine
ECU cont ...
Other information:
Inspection
1.
Switch "OFF" ignition.
2.
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
3.
Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).
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Signal Waveform
Service data review releated with fuel pressure sensor at idle and acceleration.
(Inspect low pressure fuel line between fuel pump and high pressure pump first
when the pressure of low pressure line is displayed low at idle.)
A : Idle
B : Accele ...