Honda CR-V: Evaporator Core Replacement
1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/ charging station.
2. Remove the bolt from the A/C line clamp, and remove the receiver line (A) from the clips (B).
3. Remove the nut, then disconnect the A/C lines (A) from the evaporator core.
4. Remove the stud bolt.
5. Remove the blower unit.
6. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the evaporator temperature sensor and the power transistor, then remove the connector clip (B). Remove the self-tapping screws, the expansion valve cover (C), and the seal (D).
7. Carefully pull out the evaporator core (A) without bending the lines, then remove the plate (B).
8. Remove the clips (A) and the evaporator temperature sensor (B).
NOTE: At the factory, the evaporator temperature sensor is installed at the 11th fin from the left side.
9. When the evaporator temperature sensor (A) is reinstalled, set the evaporator temperature sensor in the 12th fin from the left side.
10. Install the core in the reverse order of removal and note these items:
- If you're installing a new evaporator core, add refrigerant oil (SP-10).
- 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 correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
- Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
- Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
- Make sure that there is no air leakage.
- Charge the system.
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Heater Unit/Core
Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, and the
precautions and procedures before
doing repairs or service.
1. Make sure you have anti-theft codes for the audio
sy
A/C Compressor
Replacement
NOTE: Do not install an A/C compressor into a system
unless you are completely sure that the system is free
of contamination. Installing the A/C compressor into a
contaminated system can result in pre
Receiver/Dryer Desiccant
Replacement
NOTE: Install the receiver/dryer as quickly as possible
to prevent the system from absorbing moisture from
the air.
1. Remove the A/C condenser.
2. Remove the cap (A) from the bottom of the A/C
cond
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How the SRS Indicator Works
The SRS indicator alerts you to a
potential problem with your airbags
or seat belt tensioners.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, this indicator
comes on briefly then goes off. This
tells you the system is working
properly.
If the indicator comes on at any
Check Fuel Cap Message
Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic
system will detect a loose or missing
fuel fill cap as an evaporative system
leak. The first time a leak is detected
a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message
appears on the information display.
Turn the engine off, and confirm the
fuel fill cap is insta
