Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Expansion valve

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Air conditioning system with refrigerant R134a / General information on refrigerant circuit / Refrigerant circuit components / Expansion valve

The expansion valve atomises incoming refrigerant and regulates the flow so that, depending on the heat transport, the vapour does not become a gas until it reaches the outlet of the evaporator.

Expansion valve

Receiver

The receiver collects the liquid droplets and directs them in a continuous stream to the expansion valve. Moisture which has entered the refrigerant circuit during as ...

O-ring

These O-rings seal the joints between the individual components of the refrigerant circuit. Use only seals that are resistant to refrigerant R134a an ...

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Notes on towing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsTow rope or tow bar It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Only use a tow rope if you do not have a tow bar. The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the strain on both vehicles. It is advisable ...

Layout - infotainment system, Discover Pro version
Control unit 1 for information electronics -J794- Display unit for control device of front display and information control panel -J685- CD/DVD drive SD memory card reader: 2 SD card slo ...

Removing tyre from wheel
Tyres which have been filled or sealed using tyre sealant must be drained before removal. Caution Avoid eye and skin contact with tyre sealant. It is a ...