Evaporator Expansion Valve Removal and Installation | 2012-2016 CR-V RM1/RM4,RE5/RE6 HONDA CR-V Service Manual

1.	A/C Refrigerant - Recover

2.	A/C line - Remove

1.

Remove the A/C line clamp (A).

2.

Disconnect the A/C line (A) with O-rings (B).

NOTE: Remove the clip(s) as needed not to bend the A/C line.

3.

Remove the stud bolt (A).

3.	Blower Unit - Remove

4.	Heater Core Cover - Remove

5.	Passenger's Air Mix Control Motor - Remove (With Climate Control)

6.	Expansion Valve Cover - Remove

1.

Disconnect the connectors (A).

2.

Detach the connector clip (B).

3.

Remove the expansion valve cover (C), and the seal (D).

7.	Expansion Valve - Remove

1.

Remove the bolts.

2.

Remove the insulator (A) and the expansion valve (B) with O-rings (C).

8.	All Removed Parts - Install

1.

Install the parts in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

New O-rings should be used at each fitting. Prior to installation, apply a thin coat of the same refrigerant oil used in the A/C compressor. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.