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2005 Saturn VUE 2WD V6-3.5L VIN 4

Refrigerant Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair

2005 Saturn VUE 2WD V6-3.5L VIN 4SECTION Service and Repair


AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT LOW TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the thermal expansion valve (TXV) temperature sensor from the engine harness.
2. Remove the temperature sensor screw from the evaporator pipe.
3. Remove the temperature sensor from the evaporator pipe.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Fill the temperature sensor housing in the TXV with the thermal grease included with the service kit.

IMPORTANT: The TXV cavity for temperature sensor must be packed with thermal grease to ensure functionality.

2. Install the temperature sensor and wipe away the excess grease.
3. Install the temperature sensor screw.

Tighten the screw to 8.5 N.m (75 lb in).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Connect the temperature sensor to the engine harness.
RENDER: 1.0x

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