1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5].)
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING.)CAUTION:
If moisture or foreign matter enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always immediately plug all open fittings after removing any refrigeration cycle parts to keep moisture or foreign matter out of the cycle.
3. Remove the bolt and disconnect the cooler hose (LO) and cooler pipe. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
4. Remove the bolt.
5. Remove the expansion valve. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST.)