Honda Accord: Expansion Valve Replacement
1. Remove the evaporator core (see page 21-67).
2. Remove the insulator (A) and bolts, then remove the expansion valve (B) and O-rings (C).
3. Install the expansion valve in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: • 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 correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
•immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
• Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
• Make sure that there is no air leakage.
• Charge the system (see page 21-81).
Evaporator Core Replacement
1. Recover the refrigerant with a
recovery/recycIing/charging station (see page 21-80).
2. Remove the bolt from the A/C line clamp (A).
3. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the A/C line (A)
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Heater Unit/Core Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 24-21) and the
precautions and procedures (see page 24-25) before
doing repairs or service.
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Tie-rod End Ball Joint Boot Replacement
Special Tools Required
Bearing Driver Attachment, 36 07965-SA50500
1 Disconnect the tie-rod end ball joint from the knuckle
(see step 26 on page 17-41).
2. Remove the tie-rod end from the rack e ...
Synchro Sleeve and Hub Inspection and
Reassembly
1. Inspect the gear teeth on all synchro hubs and
synchro sleeves for wear (rounded off corners).
2. Install each synchro hub (A) in its mating synchro
sleeve (B), and check for free movement. Ma ...