2002 HONDA CIVIC receiver line

Heating and Air Conditioning
A/C Service Tips and Precautions
Compressed air mixed with R- 134a forms a
combustible vapor.
The vapor can burn or explode causing serious
injury.
Never use compressed air to pressure test
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air
conditioning systems.
Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor
can irritate your eyes, nose, or throat.
Be careful when connecting service equipment.
Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor.
The air conditioning system uses HFC-134a (R-134a)
ref rigerant and polyalkyleneglycol (PAG) ref rigerant oil,
which are not compatible with CFC'12 (R-12) refrigerant
and mineral oil. Do not use R-'12 refrigerant or mineral
oil in this system, and do not aftempt to use R 12
servicing equipment; damage to the air conditioning
system or your servicing equipment will result.
Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is
certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to
remove R-134a from the air conditioning system.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the
work area before resuming service.
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air conditioning
systems should not be pressure tested or leak tested
with compressed air.
Additional health and safety information may be
obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.
. Always disconnect the negative cable from the
battery whenever replacing air conditioning parts.
. Keep moisture and dirt out of the system. When
disconnecting any lines, plug or cap the fittings
immediately; don't remove the caps or plugs until
iust be{ore you reconnect each line.' Before connecting any hose or line, apply a few drops
of relrigerant oil to the O-ring.. When tightening or loosening a fitting, use a second
wrench to support the matching fitting.. When discharging the system, use a R-'134a
ref rigerant recovery/recycling/charging station; don't
release refrigerant into the atmosphere.
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A: 130 m0 {4 l/3 tl.oz,4.6 lmp.oz)
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A/C Refrigerant Oll Replacement
Recommended PAG oil: KEIHIN SP 10:
. P/N 38897-P l3-A01AH: '120 m0 i4 fl oz). P/N 38899-P13'A01: 40 m0 i1 1/3 fl oz)
Add the recommended refrigerant oil in the amount
listed if you replace any of the following parts.
. To avoid contamination. do not return the oilto the
container once dispensed, and never mix it with other
refrigerant oils.. lmmediately af'ter using the oil, reinstallthe cap on
the container, and seal it to avoid moisture
aosorpron.. Donotspill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may
damage the paint. lf it gets on the paint, wash it off
immediately.
Condenser ...........25 mA \516 tl.oz, 0.9 lmp.oz)
Evaporator ........... 45 m0 (1 113Il.oz, '1.4 lmp.oz)
Line or hose ......... '10 m0 {1/3 fl.oz,0.4 lmp.oz)
Receiver/Dryer .... '10 m0 ('113 fl.oz,0.4 lmp.oz)
Leakage repai r .... 25 m0, 1516 Il oz, 0.9 lmp.oz)
Compressor ......... For compressor replacemenl,
subtract the volume of oil drained
from the removed compressor from
130 m0 (4 1/3fl.oz, 4.6lmp.oz), and
drain the calculated volume of oil
f rom the new compressor: '130 m0
i.4113 fl.oz,4.6 lmp.oz) Volume of
removed compressor = Volume to
drain from new compressor.
NOTE: Even if no oil is drained from
the removed compressor, don't
d rain more than 50 m0 \1 2/3 fl.oz,'1.8 lmp oz)from the new
compressor.
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Discharge hose to the compressor {6 x 1.0 mm) : 9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbl.ft}Discharge hose to the condenser (5 x 1.0 mml : 9.8 N.m {1.0 kgt.m, 7.2 lbf ft)Condenser line to the condenser (6 x 1.0 mm) : 9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf,m, 7.2 lbt.ft}Condenser f ine to the receiver/dryer {6 x 1.0 mm} : 9.8 N.m (1.0 kgt.fi,7.2lbt.ltlReceiver lineAtothe receiver/dryer {6 x 1.0 mm} : 9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf .m. 7.2 lbf .ft}Receiver line A to the receivei line B : 13 N.m (1.3 kgr.m, 9.4 lbf.ft)Receiver line B and the suction line to the evaporator (6 x 1.0 mm) :9.8 N.m 11.0 kgf.m, 7,2 lbf.ft)Suction line to the suction hose : 3l N m {3.2 kgf.m, 23 lbf ftlSuction hose 1o the compressor (6 x 1.0 mm) : 9.8 N.m 11.0 kgf.m. ?.2 lbf.lt)Compressor to the compressor b.acket {8 x 1.25 mm) : 22 N m {2.2 kgt.m, 16 lbf.ft)Compr€ssor bracket to the engine block {10 x 1.25 mm} : ,14 N.m 14.5 kgf.m, 33 lbf.ft)
RECEIVER LINE A
RECEIVER/DRYER
CONDENSER LINE
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Heating and Air Gonditioning
System Description (cont'dl
The air conditioning system removes heat from the passenger compartment by circulating refrigerant through the
system as shown below.
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BLOWER FAN
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EXPANSION VALVE(Meters the requiredamount of refrigerantinto the evaporator)
A/C PRESSURE SWITCHWhen the refriqerant is below196 kPa (2.0 kgi/cm',28 psi)or above 3,140 kPa (32 kgf/cm'455 psi), the Py'c pressureswitch opens the circuit tothe Py'C switch and stops theair conditioning to protect thecompressor-
RECEIVER/DRYER(Traps debris, andremoves morsturel
APOBATOR TEMPERATURESENSOR
THERMAL PROTECTOR(Opens the compressor clutch circuitwhen the compressot temperaturebecomes too high)
RELIEF VALVE(Relieves pressure at the compressorwhen the pressure is too high)
A/C COMPRESSOR(Suction and comoression)\-^
I HrcH PRESSURE vAPoR
[ '.... -:--l Low PREsSUBE LrourD
tffi Low PREssURE vAPoR
This vehicle uses HFC-134a (R-'134a) refrigerant which does not contain ch lorofluorocarbons. Pay attention to the
following service items:
. Do not mix refrigerants CFC-12 (R-12) and HFC-134a (R-134a). They are notcompatible.. Use onlythe recommended polyalkyleneglycol (PAG ) refrigera nt oil (KElHlN SP '!0) designedfortheR-134a
compressor. Intermixing the recommended (PAG) refrigerant oil with any other retrigerant oil will result in
compressor failu re.. AllAy'C system parts (compressor, discharge line, suction line, evaporator, condenser, receiver/dryer. expansion
valve, O-rings for joints) have to be designed for refrigerant R 134a. Do not exchange with R-'12 parts.
. Use a halogen gas leak detector designed for refrigerant R-134a.. R-12 and R-134a refrigerant servicing equipment are not interchangeable. Use only a recovery/recycling/charging
station that is U.L.-listed and is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to service R-134a air conditioning
system.. Always recover the refrigerant R-134a with an approved recovery/recycling/charging station before disconnecting
any Ay'C fifting.
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CONDENSER(Radiation of heat)
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Heating and Air Gonditioning
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1.
Evaporator Core Replacement
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/
charging station (see page 21-53).
Remove the bolt, then disconnect the suction line
(A) and the receiver line (B)from the evaporator
core.
6x10mm9.8 N.m (1.0 kgt.m, 7.2lbf.ft)
Remove the blower unit (see page 21-39).
Remove the self-tapping screws and the expansion
valve cover.
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5. Carefully pull out the evaporator core without
bending the pipes.
Installthe core in the reverse order of removal, and
note these items.
. lfyou're installing a new evaporator core, add
refrigerant oil (KElHlN SP-]0) (see page 21-6).. Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting,
and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before
installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings
for HFC-134a (R-'134a) to avoid leakage.. lmmediatelyafter usingthe oil, reinstallthecap
on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture
absorotion.. Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it
may damage the paint. lf the refrigerant oil
contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.. Charge the system (see page 21-55).
6.

Heater Unit/Core Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 23'13), and
precautions and procedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code forthe radio,
then write down the freouencies for the radio's
Dreset buttons.
4.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery,
Disconnect the suction and receiver lines from the
evaporator core (see page 21-42).
From under the hood, open the cable clamp (A),
then disconnect the heater valve cable (B) from the
heater valve arm (C). Turn the heater valve arm to
the fully opened position as shown
When the engine is cool, drain the engine coolant
from the radiator (see page 10-6).
6. Slide the hose clamps (A) back, the n d isconnect the
inlet heater hose (B) and the outlet heater hose (C)
from the heater core. Engine coolant will run out
when the hoses are disconnected; drain it into a
clean drip pan. Be sure not to let coolant spill on
the electrical parts or the painted surfaces. lf any
coolant spills, rinse it off immediately.
Remove the bolt and the heater valve, then remove
the mounting nut from the heater unit. Take care
not to damage or bend the fuel lines and the brake
lines, etc.
7.
8 x 1.25 mm12 N.m (1.2 kgf.m,8.7lbf.ft)
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A/C System Tests
Pressure Test
Test resultssvmotom3DGaUSeDischarge (high)pressureabnormally high
After stopping compressor, pressure
drops quickly, and then continues toAir in systemRecover, evacuate (see page 21-54),and recharge with specified amount{see oaoe 21 55).
Beduced or no air flow throughcondenserClogged condenser or radiatorfinsCondenser or radiator fan not
CleanCheck fan voltage and rpm.Check fan direction.
Line to condenser is excessively hot.Restricted flow of refrigerant inReplace restricted lines.
Discharge pressureHigh and low pressures are balancedsoon after stopping compressor, Lowside is hioherthan normal.
. Faulty compressor dischargevalve. Faultv comoressor seal
Beplace the compressor.
Outlet of expansion valve is notfrosted, low pressure gauge indicatesFaulty expansion valveMoisture in system
. Replace the expansion valve.. Recover, evacuate for at least30 minutes, and recharge withsDecified amount.
Suction (low)pressureabnormally low
Expansion valve is not frosted, andlow-pressure line is not cold. Lowpressure gauge indicates vacuum,
' Frozen expansion valve(Moisture in system). Faulty expansion valve
Recover, evacuate for at least30 minutes, and recharge withspecified amount.Beplace the expansion valve.
Discharge temperature is low, and theair flow from vents is restricted.Frozen evaporatorRun the fan with compressor off, thencheck evaooratot temoerature sensor.
Exoansion valve is frosted.ean or reolace,
Receivetdryer outlet is cool, and inletis warm (should be warm duringooeralton),
Clogged receiver/dryerReplace receaver/dryer.
Suction pressureabnormally highLow pressure hose and check joint arecooler than the temperature aroundevaoorator,
Expansion valve open too longBepair or replace.
Suction pressure is lowered when..nrlenser is cooled bv water.Excessive refrigerant in systemRecover, evacuate, and recharge withqnp.ifie.lamo'rnr
High and low pressure are equalizedas soon asthecompressor is stopped,and both gauges fluctuate while
Faulty gasketFaulty high pressure valveForeign panicle stuck in high
Replace the compressor.
Suction anddaschargepressuresabnormallv hioh
Reduced air flow through condenser.. Clogged condenser or radiatorfins' Condenser or radiator fan notworkino orooerlv
CleanCheck voltage and fan rpm.Check fan direction.
Suction anddischarge pressureabnormally low
Low-pressure hose and metalendareas are coolerthan evaoorator,Clogged or kinked low-pressurehose oartsRepair or replace.
Temperature around expansion valveis too low compared with that aroundClogged high-pressure lineRepair or replace,
Fefrigerant leaks:omoressor clulch is dirtv.:omoressor shaft seal leakinqReolace the comDressor,
lomoressor bolt(s) are dirtv.no around bolt(s)Tiohten bolt{s) ot reolace comDressor,
;omDressor oasket is wet with oil.ietnoace the comoressor.
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Service Manual Index
(cont'dl
Gauge A3semblyReplacement......................................... 22 64
Gaug€sComponent Location Index ..........-...... 22 54How-to lnformation ........................22-56Circuit Diagram22-54
Heater Valve CableAdjustment ...................... .................... ?1-46
High Mount Brake Light8ep|acement......................................... 22 82
Hood
lmmobilizer SystemComponent Location In dex .............. 22-162
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Description
Genoral Information(See seclion 1)
Glove BoxRemoval/1nsta11ation .......................-.... 20-63
GrilleReplacement...........-............................. 20-94
Hood lnsulatorReplacement......................................... 20-89
Hood LatchRep1acement................... ..........20 108
Hood Opener CableComponentLocation Index ..............20 105Replacement ................ . . ........... .....20 106
Hood SealBeplacement.-...........................-........... 20-88
HornTesVReplacement . . ................ ...... 22-122
CircuitDiagram ...........................22-164Troubleshooting ............................ 22,165
Inner Fender, FronlRepf acemenl....................................... 20-102
Inside Rearview MirrorReplacement..........-.............................. 20 16
Instrument PanelRemoval/1nsta11ation................. ....... 20-59
Intake Air Bypass ControlThermal ValveTesr................................ ..... ..11-161
Intake Air SystemComponent Location Index ...-.-........ 11-159
Intake ManitoldRemoval/1nsta11ation ................................ I 2
lntermediate Shaft AssemblyRemova1 ................-.-...-......................... 16-19Disassemb|y................... ... ......-.... 16,20Resassemb|y ........................................ 16 22Installation .........-...-.............................. 16-24
Keyless Entry Transmitter
Adjuslment
H
Adiustment .......
Hatch Handle
Horn SwitchTest ............-........
HornsComponent Location IndexCirc!it Diagram
H02S. SecondaryReplacement
..............22-120Replacement
22-122
22 12120-110
20-'110Hatch LatchReplacement$
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Hatch Latch Switch
.... 11 113
HubsReplacement. ... .................................. 1A 26Test
Test
Replacement
Hatch Support StrutsBeplacement.....
Hatch WeatherstrioReplacement....
Hazard Warning Switchtest
ldle ControlSystemComponentLocation Index .............. 11-129Inspection,.,.........-.......,.,.,,,,,,.,,,.,.,..... 1'l 138
lgnition CoillslBemoval/lnstallation ...............-.............. 4 18
22-161Test ...................................................... 22 161
Keyless Entry/Security Alarm SystemComponenl Location Index .............. 22 150Circuil Diagram ................. . .............. 22 151
Keyless Receiver Unitlnput Test ............................................ 22-153
Knock SensorReplacement......-................................ 1 1 115
KnucklesReplacementFront Suspensron ............................. 18-1 1Rear Suspension ........ .................-... 18-28
Repair ...............
H.tch Lock Actuator22-159
Hatch Lock CylinderRep|acement....................................... 20,111
Hatch SpoilerIAT {lntake Air Temperature} SensorReplacement.,.........-...'11 115
20-91
20-92
.................... 22_88lgnition Key LightTest,,.,,,,.,...,......-.
H6adlightAdjustmentlgnition Key Switch
....................... 22-91
....................... 22-91..22-78TestReQ\ace$entlgnition SwitchTest .,,,.,.,.,,,,.,.,.......22-53License Plate LightReplacement...........-... - ... .....22-83
License TrimReplacement..................-...-..........-....... 20-98
Lights, ExteriorComponent Localion Index.................22 68
Lights,InteriorComponent Location Index................. 22-94CircuitDiagram .. .. ...... .... 22-95
HcadlightsCircuit Diagram .............................. 22-71, 72
HeadlinerRemoval/lnstallalion ............................ 20-54
Heater ControlPanelRemoval/1nsta11ation ............................ 21-38
Heater Control Power and Ground CircuitsTroubfeshooting......... .......................21-27
lgnition SystemComponent Location Index ................... 4-15CircuitDia9ram .................................... 4'161nspection ............................................... 4-17
lmmobilizer Control Unit-Receiver
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22-161