Kia Niro: Air Conditioning System / Refrigerant Line Repair procedures
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Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.
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| 2. |
Replace faulty tube or hose.
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Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out
of the system.
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| 3. |
Tighten joint of bolt or nut to specified torque.
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Connections should not be torqued tighter than the specification.
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Tightening torque
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N·m
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kgf·m
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lb·ft
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Condenser - Discharge hose
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7.8 - 11.8
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0.8 - 1.2
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5.8 - 8.7
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Condenser - Liquid tube
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Compressor - Discharge hose
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7.8 - 11.8
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0.8 - 1.2
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5.8 - 8.7
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Compressor - Suction hose
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Expansion valve - Evaporator
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7.8 - 11.8
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0.8 - 1.2
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5.8 - 8.7
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| 4. |
Evacuate air in refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant.
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Specified amount : 650 ± 25 g (22.9 ± 0.88 oz.)
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| 5. |
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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Components Location
1. Refrigerant line assembly
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Components Location
1. Electric A/C Compressor
Components
1. Electric A/C Compressor bracket
2. Electric A/C Co ...
Refrigerant Line Components and components location
Compressor Components and components location