page 1 HONDA CR-V 1998 RD1-RD3 / 1.G Workshop Manual

A/C FilterHeater Unit
Replacement
1.Remove the glove box (see section 20).
Remove the glove box frame {see page 22-4A).
Release the wire harness from the clamps on the
evaporator. Remove the filter lid, then pull out the
,VC filter assembly from the evaporator housing.
A/C FILTER ASSEMELY
Remove the A/C filter from the filter housing.
Replace the Ay'C filter according to the maintenance
schedule in the owner's manual.
Install in the reverse order of removal. Make sure
that there is no air leakage.
22-50
Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures
in the SRS section {24) before performing repairs or ser-
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
2. From under the hood, open the cable clamp, then dis-
connect the heater valve cable from the heater valve
arm. Turn the heater valve arm to the fullv ooened
oosition as shown.
When the engine is cool, drain the engine coolant
from the radiator (see section 10).
@ Do not remove the rldiator cap when
the engine is hot; the engine coolant is under pres-
sure and could sevo.ely scald you.
HEATER VALVE ARM
HEATER VALVE CABLE
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4. Disconnect the heater hoses from the heater unit.
Engine coolant will run out when the hoses are dis-
connected; drain in into a clean drip pan.
CAUTION: Engino coolant will damage p8int. Ouickly
rinse any spill€d engine coolant Itom painted sur-
faces.
HEATER HOSEIOUTLET SIDE)
Remove the mounting nut from the heater unit.
Take care not to damage or bend the fuel lines, the
brake lines. etc.
CLAMPS
13 N.m 11.3 kg{.m,9.4 lbtftl
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7.
ll.
Remove the dashboard (see section 20).
Remove the evaporator (see page 22-48).
Disconnect the connectors from the mode control
motor and the air mix control motor, and remove the
wire harness clips and wire harness from the heater
unit. Remove the clip from the heater duct, then
remove the mounting nuts and the heater unit
6x1.0mm9,8 N.m (1.0 kgt m,7.2lblft)
qInstall in the reverse order of removal. Make note of
the following items.
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Apply sealant to the grommets.
Do not interchange the inlet and outlet heater
hoses. Make sure that the clamps are secure.
Refill the cooling system with engine coolant
{see section 10).
Adiust the heater valve cable (see page 22-53).
Make sure that there is no air leakage.
HEATER UNIT
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A/C System Service
Pressure Test Chart
NOTE: Performance Test is on page 22-56.
Test resultsRelatad symptomsPrcbable caus€Remody
Discharge (high)pressure 6bnormallyhagh
After stopping compressor, pressuredrops to about 200 kPa 12.0 kgtlcm,,28 psi) quickly, and then lalls gradualty.
Air in systemDischarge, evacuate, and rechargewith specified amount.Evacuation: see page 22-60Charging: see page 22-61No bubbles in sight glass whencondenser is cooled by waterExcessive refrigerant in systemDischarge, evacuate, and rechargewith specilied amount.Reduced or no air flow throughcondenser. Clogged condenser or radia-tor fins. Condenser or radiator fannot wo.king properly
CleanCheck voltage and fan rpm.Check fan direction.
Line to condensor is excossivelv hot.Restricted flow of relrigerant insy$emFestricted lines
Discharge pressureabnormally lowExcessive bubbles in sight glass;condenser is not hot.Insufficient retrigerant inCheck for leak.Charge system.High and low pressures are balancedsoon after stopping compressor. Lowside is higher than normal.
. Faulty compressor discharge
. Faulty compressor seal
Replace the comprossor.
Outlet ot expansion valve is notfrosted, low-pressure gauge indicates
' Faulty expansion valve. Moisture in system. Replace. Discharge, evacuate, andrecharge with specified amount.Suction {low) pros,sure abnormallyExcessive bubbles in sight glass;condenser is not hot.Insufficiont relrigerant inRepair the leaks.Discharge, evacuate, andrecharge with specified amount.Charge as r€quired.Expansion valve is not frosted, andlow-pressure line is not cold. Low-pressure gauge indicates vacuum.
' Frozen expansion valvelMoisture in system). Faulty expansion valve
. Discharge, evacuate, andrecharge with specitied amount.. Replace th€ expansion valve.Discharge temperature is low, and theair llow trom vents is restricted.Frozen evaporatorRun the fan with compressor off,then check evaporator tempera,ture sensor.Expansion valve is frosted.Clogged expansion valveClean or replace.Feceiver/dryer outlet is cool, and inlotrs w6rm (should be warm duringoperation).
Clogged receiver/dryerReplace
Suction pressureabnormally highLow-pressure hose and check joint arecooler than tho temperature aroundevaporator.
. Expansion valve open too long. Loose expansion capillarytube
Repair or roplace.
Suction pressure is lowored whencondenser is cooled by water.Excessive refrigerant in systemDischarge, evacuate, and rechargewath specified amount.High and low-pressure are equalizedas soon as tho compressor is stopped,and both gauges tluctuate whilerunning.
Faulty gasketFaulty high-pressure valveForeign panicle stuck in high-
Replace the compressor.
Slction and dis,charge pressutesabnormally high
Reduced air flow through condens€r,. Clogged condenser orradiator tins. Condenser or radiator fannot working properly
CleanCheck voltage and fan rpm.Check Ian direction.
No bubbles in sight glass whencondenser is cooled by walerExcessive refrigerant jn systemDischarge, evacuate, and rechargewith specified amount.Suction and dis-charge pressureabnormally low
Low-pressure hose and motalendareas are cooterlhan evaporator.Clogged or kinked low-pressure hose pansRepair or replace.
Temperature around expansion valvers too low compared with that aroundClogged high-pressure lineRepair or replace.
Refrigerant leaksCompressor clutch is diny.Compressor shaft seal leakingReplace the compressor.Compressor boltls) are dirty.Leaking around bolt(s)Tighton bolt{s) or replacecompressor.Compressor gasket is wet with oil.Gasket leakingReplace the compressor,
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Charging
Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is cer-
tified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove
HFC-134a (R-134a) from the air conditioner system.
CAUTION: Exposure to air conditioner refrigerant and
lubricant vapor or mist can irritate eyes, nose and
throat. Avoid breathing th€ air conditioner refrigerant
and lubricant vapor or mist.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work
area before resuming service. Additional health and
safety information may be obtained from the relrigerant
and lubricant manufacturers.
Connect a R-'134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging
station to the vehicle, as shown. following the equipment
manufacturer's instructions.
R€covery/Recycling/Charging Station
HIGH-PRESSURESIDE
Add the same amount of new refrigerant oil to system
that was removed during recovery. Use only SP-'10
refrigerant oil.
Charge the system with Required amount of R-134a
refrigerant. Do not overcharge the system; the compres-
sor will be damaged.
Select the appropriate unit of measure for your
charging station.
Refrigerant capacity: 700 to 750 g
0.70 to 0.?5 k9
1.5 to 1.6 lbs.
21.7 to 26.5 oz.
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22-61
Leak Test
Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is cer-
tified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove
HFC-134a (R-134a) from the air conditioner system.
CAUTION: Exposure to air conditionor refrigerant and
lubricant vapor or mist can irritate eyes, nose and throat.
Avoid breathing the air conditioner retrigerant and lubri-
cant vapor or mist.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work
area before resuming service.
R-134a service equipment or vehicle ajr conditioner sys-
tems should not be pressure tested or leak tested with
compressed arr.
!@ some mixturos of air and R-1348 have
been shown to be combustible at olovatod pres3uras
and can result in fire or explosion causing iniury or
property damage. Never use comprelised air to pressure
test R-13ila service equipment or vehicle air conditioner
systems.
Additional health and safety information may be obtained
from the refrigerant and lubricant manufacturers.
2.
1.Connect a R-134a refrigerant recove rylrecycling/
charging station to the vehicle, as shown in the pre-
vious column, following the equipment manufactur-
er's instructions.
Open the high-pressure valve to charge the system
to the specified capacity, then close the supply
valve, and remove the charging system couplers.
Select the appropriate unit of measure for your
charging station.
Refrigerant capacity: 700 to 750 g
0.70 to 0.75 kg
1.5 to 1.6 lbs.
21.7 to 26.5 oz.
Check the system for leaks using a R-134a refriger-
ant leak detector with an accuracy of 14 g (0.5 ozl
per year or better.
lf you find leaks that require the system to be opened
(to repair or replace hoses, fittings, etc.), recover the
system according to the Recovery Procedure on page
22-59.
After checking and repairing leaks, the system must
be evacuated (see System Evacuation on page 22-601.
5.
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Compressor
Replacement
lf the compressor is marginally operable. run the
engine at idie speed, and let the air conditioner
work for a few minutes. then shut the engine off.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/
charging station (see page 22-59).
Disconnect the condenser fan connector. Remove
the compressor clutch connector and the wire har-
ness clip from the condenser fan shroud, then dis-
connect the compressor clutch connector. Remove
the mounting bolts and the condenser fan shroud,
CONDENSER FANCONNECTOR
6x1.0mm7 N.m 10.7 kg{.m, 5 lbl.ftl
'L
2.
5. Remove each bolt, then disconnect the suction and
discharge lines from the compressor. Plug or cap
the lines immediately after disconnecting them to
avoid moisture and dust contamination,
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m 11.0 kgf.m,7.2 lbf.ft)
DISCHARGE LINE
Remove the power steering pump belt (see section
17t.
Loosen the pivot bolt of the idler pulley bracket and
the adiusting bolt, then remove the Ay'C compressor
belt from the pulleys. lf necessary, remove themounting bolts from the left front mount, thenremove the A,/C compressor belt through the gap
between the bodv and the left front mount.
6.
7.
PIVOT BOLT10 x 1.25 mmAIUUSTING 4,t N.m (4.5 kgf.m, 33 tbf.ftlt€FTFRONTMOUltlT
10x 1.25 mm COMPRESSOR/t4 N.m (4.5 kgl.m,33 lbtftl BELI
LINE
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8. Remove the mounting bolts and the compressor.
E x 1.25 mm2a N.m (2.,1kgf.m, l7 lbl.ft)
lf necessary, remove the compressor bracket as fol-
lows.
. Remove the nut and the washer from the left
front mount. When tightening the nut to the left
front mount, make sure the washer is set proper-
ly on the left front mount as shown.
. Remove the mounting bolts and the compressor
bracket.
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12 x 1.25 mm
59 N.m (6.0 kgt'm,
10 x 1,25 mmart N.m (4.5 kgf'm, 33 lbfftl
11.
10. Check the idler pulley bearing for play and drag,
and replace it with a new one if it's noisy or has
excessive play or drag.
lnstall in the reverse order of removal. Make note of
the following items,
. lf you're installing a new compressor, drain all the
reJrigerant oil from the removed compressor, and
measure its volume. Subtract the volume of
drained oil trom 130 m/ 14 U3 fl'o2,4.6 lmp'oz);
the result is the amount of oil you should drain
lrom the new compressor (through the suction fit-
trngl.
. Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fit-
ting, and apply a thin coat o{ refrigerant oil
before installing them. Be sure to use the right
O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
. Use refrigerant oil (SP-10) for R-134a KEIHIN spi-
ral type compressors only.
. To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to
the container once dispensed, and never mix it
with other refrigerant oils.
. lmmediately after using the oil, replace the cap
on the container. and seal it to avoid moisture
aDsorprlon.
. Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it
may damage the paint; if the retrigerant oil con-
tacts the Daint, wash it off immediately.
. Adjust the Ay'C compr'essor b€lt (see psge 22-69)
and the power steering pump belt {see section
17t.
. Charge the system (see page 22-611, and test its
performance (see page 22-56]-.
IDLER PULLEY
+r N.m 14.5 kgt m,33lbf ftl
PIVOT BOLT10 x 1.25 mmir4 N.m {4.5 kgt m, 33 lbl'ft}BBACKET
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Gompressor
lllustrated Index
CENTER NUTReplace.
ARMATURE PLATEInspection, page 22-65
sHtM{s)Replace.
SNAP RING BReplace.
ROTOR PULLEYInspection. page 22-65
SNAP RING AReplace.
FIELD COILInspection, page 22-65
THERMAL PROTECTORReplace.Inspection, page 22-55Replacement, page 22-68
coMPRESSOR ----------------(Do not disassemble.)
O.RINGRoplace.
RELIEF VALVEReplacement, page 22-68
RELIEF VALVE COVER('97 modelonly.)
22-64
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Clutch Inspection
Check the plated parts of the armature plate for color
changes, peeling or other damage. lf there is dam-
age, replace the clutch set.
Check the rotor pulley bearing play and drag by rotat-
ing the rotor pulley by hand. Replace the clutch set
with a new one if it is noisy or has excessive play/drag.
Measure the clearance between the rotor pulley and
the armature plate all the way around. lf the clear-
ance is not within specified limits, the armature plate
must be removed and shims added or removed as
required, following the procedure on page 22-66.
Cloarance: 0.5 t 0.15 mm {0.020 t 0.q)6 in)
NOTE: The shims are available in four thicknesses:
0.1 mm. 0.2 mm. 0.4 mm and 0.5 mm
ABMATUBE
ROTOR
. Release the field coil connector from the holder, then
disconnect it. Check the thermal protector for conti-
nuity, lf there is no continuity, replace the thermal
prorecror.
NOTE: The thermal protector will have no continuity
above 251.6 to 262.4"F 1122 to 128"C). When the tem-perature drops below 240.8 to 219.8"F (116 to 104'C),
the thermal protector will have continuity.
Check resistance of the field coil.
Field Coil Resistance: 3.2 i 0.15 ohms at 68"F {20'C)
lf resistance is not within specifications, replace the
field coil.
22-65
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Compressor
Thermal Protector Replacement
1. Remove the bolt, the ground terminal and the hold-
er. Disconnect the field coil connector. then remove
the thermal Drotector.
7.4 N.m (0.75 kgrf.m,5lbf ftl
GROUNDTERMINAL
ReDlace the thermal protector with a new one, and
apply silicone sealant to the bottom of the thermal
orotector,
3. lnstall in the reverse order of removal.
SILICONE SEALANT
22-68
Relief Valve Replacement
l.Recover the refrigerant with a Recovery/Recycling/
Charging System (see page 22-59).
Remove the relief valve cover ('97 model), the relief
valve and the O-ring. Plug the opening to keep for-
eign matter from entering the system and the com-
pressor oil from running out.
O.RINGReplace.
RELIEFVALVE9.8 N.m {1.0 hgf.m,7.2 rbr.ftl
Put the cover on the relief valve so that the arrow
directs downwards as shown in the illustration
above ('97 model).
Clean the mating surfaces.
Replace the O-ring with a new one at the relief valve,
and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before
installing it.
Remove the plug. and install and tighten the relief
valve.
7. Charge the system (see page 22-61), and test its
performance (see page 22-561r.
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Gondenser
't.
Replacement
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/
charging ststion (see page 22-59)
Remove the front grille (see section 20).
Remove the coolant reservoii, but do not discon-
nect the reservoir hose Jrom the coolant reservoir
and the radiator.
Remove the bolts and the suction line bracket as
shown. Remove the bolts and the upper mount
brsckets from the radiator.
UPPER MOUNTBRACKETS
Remove each bolt, then disconnect the discharge
and condenser lines from the condenser, Plug or
cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them
to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m 11,0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbfttl
t\,l/
ait- -:
i..
6x1.0mm
6xl.0mm9,8 N.m 11.0 kgf'm' 7.2lbf'ft)
22-70
DISCHARGE LINE
CONDENS€R LINE
6. Remove the mounting bolts, then remove the con-
denser by lifting it up as shown. Be careful not to
damage the radiator and condenser fins when
removing the condenser.
Install in the reverse order of removal. Make note of
the following items.
. lf you're installing a new condenser, add refriger-
ant oil (sP-10) (see page 22-54]..
o Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fit-
ting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil
before installing them. Be sure to use the right
O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
. Be careful not to damage the radiator and con-
denser fins when installing the condenser.
. Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of
condenser securely into the holes,
. Charge the system (see page 22-61), and test its
performance (see page 22-56).
7.
1,0 mm
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