Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Components and Component Location

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Component Location Index

Engine Compartment

[Without Heat Pump]

1. Receiver-Drier
2. Condenser
3. Air Conditioning Pressure Sensor (APT)
4. Service Port (Low Pressure)
5. Service Port (High Pressure)
6. Suction and Liquid Tube
7. Expansion Valve
8. Suction Pipe
9. Suction Hose
10. Electric A/C Compressor

[With Heat Pump]

1. Electric A/C Compressor
2. Receiver-Drier
3. External Condenser
4. Refrigerant Temperature Sensor No. 1
5. Chiller
6. 3-Way Solenoid Valve Assembly
7. Accumulator
8. 2-Way Solenoid Valve Assembly
9. Refrigerant Temperature Sensor No. 2
10. Expansion Valve

Interior

1. Photo Sensor
2. Heater and Blower
3. Evaporator Temperature Sensor
4. Heater and A/C Control Unit

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