Auxiliary Air Conditioning Evaporator Thermal Expansion Valve Replacement for Chevrolet Captiva 2007

1. Remove the auxiliary HVAC module. Refer to Auxiliary HVAC Module Replacement.
2. Remove the auxiliary air conditioning evaporator. Refer to Auxiliary Air Conditioning Evaporator Replacement.
3. Remove the presstight tape (1) from the sensor (3).
4. Remove the retention clip (2) from the sensor (3).



5. Using a suitable tool, loosen the outlet connection (1) and inlet connection (2), and remove the expansion valve (3).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




1. Install the expansion valve (3).

Install the outlet connection (1) and inlet connection (2) onto the expansion valve (3).

Tighten
Tighten the inlet connection to 135 N·m (100 lb ft).

Tighten
Tighten the outlet connection to 225 N·m (166 lb ft).




2. Install the retention clip (2) onto the sensor (3).
3. Install the presstight tape (1) onto the sensor (2)
4. Install the auxiliary air conditioning evaporator. Refer to Auxiliary Air Conditioning Evaporator Replacement.
5. Install the auxiliary HVAC module. Auxiliary HVAC Module Replacement.