Volvo RWD 200 Forum

INDEX FOR 10/2025(CURRENT) INDEX FOR 9/2019 200 INDEX

[<<]  [>>]


 VIEW    REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE    PRINT   SAVE 

Installing an A/C expansion valve 88 245 200

Can someone describe for me the process of removing/replacing the A/C expansion valve on my 88 245. I suspect it is the cause of my R12 leak because there appears to be compressor oil on it and a spot on the passenger footwell below it. It was slow to loose freon but I feel badly for contributing to global warming.

-After I replace the expansion valve [I see Groton sells one for about $24], is it mandatory to evacuate the system before replacing the refrigerant?

-Should I replace receiver/drier? System has been inoperative for over a year and I assume where freon can leak out moisture can get in.

-I am thinking of going with Freeze 12. Is this something [evacuate system etc.]a DIYer can do without special equipment?






THREADED THREADED EXPANDED FLAT PRINT ALL
MESSAGES IN THIS THREAD

New Installing an A/C expansion valve 88 245 [200]
posted by  oscarcat  on Fri Jun 8 05:18 CST 2007 >


<< < > >>



©Jarrod Stenberg 1997-2022. All material except where indicated.


All participants agree to these terms.

Brickboard.com is not affiliated with nor sponsored by AB Volvo, Volvo Car Corporation, Volvo Cars of North America, Inc. or Ford Motor Company. Brickboard.com is a Volvo owner/enthusiast site, similar to a club, and does not intend to pose as an official Volvo site. The official Volvo site can be found here.