Honda Pilot: A/C Compressor Relief Valve Removal and Installation

Removal/Installation

NOTE:

• If the A/C compressor relief valve released refrigerant to the atmosphere, determine and correct the cause of the excessive system pressure, then replace the relief valve.
• Plug the opening to keep moisture and foreign material from entering the system, and the A/C compressor oil from running out.

Torque: N-m (kgf-m, lbf-ft)

Replace

1. A/C Refrigerant - Recover

2. Vehicle - Lift

3. A/C Compressor Relief Valve - Remove

4. All Removed Parts - Install

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

• If the A/C compressor relief valve released refrigerant to the atmosphere, determine and correct the cause of the excessive system pressure, then replace the relief valve.
• Clean the mating surfaces.
• A new O-ring 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-ring for refrigerant types to avoid leakage.
• Charge the system with the specified amount of refrigerant.

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