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Pressure Switch: Installation

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  1. INSTALL PRESSURE SWITCH 
    1. Lubricate a new O-ring with compressor oil and install them to the switch.

      Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent 

    2. Install the pressure switch on the liquid tube.
      Fig 1: Install Pressure Switch
      G01098206Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.Cm, 7 ft.lbf) 

      HINT:

      Lock the switch mount on the tube with an open end wrench, being careful not to deform the tube.

    3. Connect the connector.
  2. CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT 
    1. Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
    2. Change system with refrigerant.

    Specified amount: 800 +/- 50 g (28.22 +/- 1.76 oz.) 

  3. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT 

Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.

If there is leakage, check the tightening torque.