Kia Rio: Air Conditioning System / Receiver-Drier
Repair procedures
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Remove the cap (B) on the bottom of the condenser with L wrench (A).
Tightening torque :
2.7~3.2 N.m (0.28~0.33 kgf.m, 2.0~2.4 lb-ft)
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Remove the desiccant (A) from condenser using a long nose plier. Check
for crumbled desiccant 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 the new desiccant into the receiver drier tank. The desiccant
must be sealed in vacuum before it is exposed to air for use.
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Install the new bottom cap to the condenser.
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Always replace the desiccant 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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Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser
securely into the holes.
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Charge the system, and test its performance.
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Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them
with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent, gently ...
Description and operation
Description
The A/C Pressure Transducer (APT) convert the pressure value of high pressure
line into voltage value after measure it. By converted voltage value ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
1. Shift lever knob & boots
2. Shift lever assembly
3. Shift cable assembly
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Place the shift lever in the "N" position.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remov ...