Kia Rio: Air Conditioning System / Refrigerant line
Repair procedures
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Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.
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Replace faulty tube or hose.
Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out
of the system.
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Tighten joint of bolt or nut to specified torque.
Connections should not be torque tighter than the specified torque.
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Evacuate air in refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant.
Specified amount : 450 ± 25 g (15.7 ± 0.88 oz.)
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Inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
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6. |
Inspect A/C operation.
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Repair procedures
Oil Specification
1.
The HFC-134a system requires synthetic compressor oil (PAG) whereas the
R-12 system requires mineral compressor oil. The two oil ...
Description and operation
Description
The compressor is the power unit of the A/C system.
It is located on the side of engine block and driven by a V-belt of engine.
The compressor ...
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the license lamp assembly (A) after pressing the locking pin.
3.
Disconnect the license lamp connector (A).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear seat back cover [LH]
2. Rear seat back cover [RH]
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to pr ...