Kia Carnival (2007 year). Manual — part 168

2. Remove the desiccant (A) from condenser using a long nose plier. Check for crumbled desiccant and clogged

bottom cap filter.

3. Apply air conditioning compressor oil along the O-rings and threads of the new bottom cap.

4. Insert the new desiccant into the receiver drier tank. The desiccant must be sealed in vacuum before it is exposed

to air for use.

5. Install the new bottom cap to the condenser.

a. Always replace the desiccant and bottom cap at the same time.

b. 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 right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.

c. Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.

d. Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the holes.

e. Charge the system, and test its performance. (Refer to HA-10)

Refrigerant Line

2007 > 2.7L V6 GASOLINE >

COMPONENT LOCATION

2007 > 2.7L V6 GASOLINE >

REPLACEMENT

1. Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system (Refer to HA-8).

2. Replace faulty tube or hose.

Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

3. Tighten joint of bolt or nut to specified torque.

Connections should not be torque tighter than the specified torque.

Part tightened

N.m

Kgf.m

lbf.ft

Condenser x Discharge hose

8 ~ 12

0.8~1.2

5.8 ~ 8.7

Condenser x Liquid tube

Compressor x Discharge
hose

Compressor x Suction hose

Expansion valve x
Evaporator

4. Evacuate air in refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant (Refer to HA-9).

Specified amount: 800 ± 25g

5. Inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant (Refer to HA-9).

6. Inspect A/C operation.