Receiver Drier Cartridge

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Installation of a new receiver/drier desiccant bag is not required when repairing the A/C system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier desiccant bag. Damage to the receiver/drier desiccant bag includes physical damage to the receiver/drier desiccant bag or moisture contamination. Moisture contamination results only from a complete loss of refrigerant and equalization of the refrigerant system pressure with atmospheric pressure for a period longer than one hour. If even a slight amount of positive refrigerant pressure is present in the system before repairs are carried out, the receiver/drier desiccant bag should not be replaced.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

2. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section 412-00 .

3. Release the 4 underbody shield retainers and remove the underbody shield (if equipped).

4. Remove the lower radiator splash shield.

5. Remove the integrated receiver/drier plug and remove the receiver/drier cartridge.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   • Install new gasket seals and O-ring seals.
   • Add the correct amount of clean PAG oil to the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to the Refrigerant Oil Adding procedure in Section 412-00 .

7. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to Section 412-00 .