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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 735 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)CLIMATE CONTROLRECEIVER/DRYER DESICCANT REPLACEMENT

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Receiver/Dryer Desiccant Replacement

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Receiver/Dryer Desiccant Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Install the receiver/dryer as quickly as possible to prevent the system from absorbing moisture from the air.

Remove the A/C condenser (see A/C COMPRESSOR RELIEF VALVE REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the cap (A) from the bottom of the A/C condenser. Remove the O-ring (B) and the desiccant (C).

Fig 1: Identifying A/C Condenser, O-Ring And Cap
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the receiver/dryer 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 (SP-10) before installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
Install the cap to the specified torque. It is made of resin and can be easily stripped.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.