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A/C Compressor Relief Valve Replacement

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  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY  ).
  2. Remove the relief valve (A) and the O-ring (B). Plug the opening to keep moisture and foreign material from entering the system and the A/C compressor oil from running out.
    Fig 1: Relief Valve And O-Ring With Torque Specification
    G06968207Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Clean the mating surfaces.
  4. Replace the O-ring with a new one at the relief valve, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing it.
  5. Remove the plug, and install and tighten the relief valve.
  6. Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING  ).
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