Receiver/Dryer Desiccant Replacement

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Remove the A/C condenser (see A/C CONDENSER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the cap (A) from the bottom of the A/C condenser, then remove the O-rings (B), the filter (C) and the desiccant (D).

Fig 1: Removing Cap From Bottom Of A/C Condenser, Then Remove O-Rings, Filter & Desiccant
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the desiccant in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
Replace the O-rings with new ones, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) before installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.