Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 685

installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.

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Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture
absorption.

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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.

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Be careful not to damage the radiator or the condenser fins when installing the condenser.

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Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).

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Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure (see ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).

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Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER
WINDOW ).

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Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio
station presets.

RECEIVER/DRYER DESICCANT REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the condenser (see CONDENSER REPLACEMENT ).

2. Remove the lower cushion (A), then remove the cap (B) from the bottom of the condenser. Remove the

O-rings (C), the filter (D) and the desiccant (E).

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Fig. 148: Removing The O-Rings, The Filter & The Desiccant

3. Install the desiccant in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Replace the O-rings with new ones, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil (KEIHIN SP-10) before
installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.

REFRIGERANT RECOVERY

Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove
HFC-134a (R-134a) from the air conditioning system.

CAUTION:

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Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor can irritate your eyes,
nose, or throat.

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Be careful when connecting service equipment.

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Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor.

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If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming service.

Additional health and safety information may be obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant manufacturers.

1. Connect a R-134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging station (A) to the high-pressure service port (B)

and the low-pressure service port (C), as shown, following the equipment manufacturer's instructions.

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Fig. 149: Connecting A R-134A Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling/Charging Station

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