System Overview - Refrigerant Circuit

2016 Volkswagen Golf S, 2D Hatchback, Eng CD CXBA, Automatic TransSECTION System Overview - Refrigerant Circuit
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Refrigerant Circuit Components
GWWN87-11040Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Refrigerant Line - Low Pressure Side
  2. Refrigerant Line - High Pressure Side
  3. Refrigerant Line with Inner Heat Exchanger
  4. Expansion Valve
  5. A/C Compressor
  6. Desiccant Bag/Dryer Cartridge
  7. Condenser
  8. Refrigerant Line
  9. Nuts
    • 8 Nm
  10. Screw
    • 8 Nm
  11. Bolts
    • 10 Nm
  12. Bolts
    • 22 Nm
  13. Relief Valve on A/C Compressor
  14. Connector with A/C Compressor Regulator Valve -N280-
  15. Oil Drain Plug
    • Denso A/C compressor: 30 Nm
    • Sanden A/C compressor: 10 Nm
  16. Cap
  17. Bolts
    • 8 Nm
  18. High Pressure Side Service Connection
  19. Refrigerant Circuit Pressure Sensor -G805-
  20. Low Pressure Side Service Connection
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