Renault Clio: Distribution unit: Removal - Refitting

Renault Clio III (2005-2013) Service Manual / Air Conditioning / Heating / Distribution unit: Removal - Refitting

AIR CONDITIONING

IMPORTANT

Consult the safety and cleanliness advice and operation recommendations before carrying out any repair (see 62A, Air conditioning, Air conditioning: Precautions for the repair, 62A-1).

REMOVAL

I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION

• Drain the refrigerant circuit using the refrigerant charging station (see 62A, Air conditioning, Refrigerant circuit: Draining - Filling, 62A-10).
• Lock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of components) (MR 394, 88C, Airbags and pretensioners).
• Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 80A, Battery).
• Remove:
  • the engine cover,
  • the windscreen wiper arms (see Windscreen wiper arm: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 85A, Wiping - Washing),
  • the scuttle panel grille (see Scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment),
  • the scoop under the scuttle panel grille (see Scoop under the scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment).

• Fit hose clamps (Ms. 583) to the heater matrix hoses at (1).
• Remove:
  • the heater matrix hose clips,
  • the heater matrix hoses.

• Remove the mountings from the bulkhead soundproofing.
• Lift away the bulkhead soundproofing.
• Remove the bolts (2) from the pipe unions on the expansion valve.
• Separate the pipe unions from the expansion valve.

WARNING

In order to avoid any refrigerant leaks, do not damage (deform, twist, etc.) the pipe.

• Fit plugs into the openings.

WARNING

To prevent moisture from entering the system, place plugs on the cold loop components which are open to the air.

• Remove:
  • the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal airbag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 88C, Airbag and pretensioners),
  • the steering wheel (see Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the steering column switch assembly (see Steering column switch assembly: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 84A, Control - Signals).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and RADIO NO. 01 or RADIO NO. 02 or RADIO NO. 03 or RADIO NO. 04 or RADIO NO. 05 or RADIO NO. 06

• Remove the radio (see Radio: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio).

NAVIGATION AID 1

• Remove the radio navigation system (see Radio navigation: Removal - Refitting) (MR392, 83C, On-board telematics system).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and VEHICLE WITHOUT RADIO

• Unclip the glovebox using the (Car. 1363).

• Remove:
  • the centre console (see Centre console: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the control panel (see 61A, Heating, Control panel: Removal - Refitting, 61A-98),
  • the glovebox (see Glovebox: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the A-pillar trims (see Windscreen pillar trim: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 71A, Body internal trim),
  • the tweeter speakers (see Tweeter: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio),
  • the offset multimedia socket computer (see Offset multimedia socket computer: Removal - Refitting),
  • the dashboard (see Dashboard: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the front side air distribution ducts (see 61A, Heating, Front side air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-101),
  • the front centre air distribution duct (see 61A, Heating, Front centre air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-104),
  • the steering column (see Steering column: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the front wings (see Front wing: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the front doors (see Front side door: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 47A, Side doors),
  • the dashboard cross member (see Dashboard cross member: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure).

II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART CONCERNED

• Separate the C-pillar air distribution ducts from the distribution unit.
• Disconnect:
  • the heating resistor connector,
  • the blower assembly control unit connector.
• Remove the distribution unit.

• Remove:
  • the bolts (3) from the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the bolt (4) from the heater matrix pipe bracket.
• Unclip the heater matrix pipe bracket.
• Remove:
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the heater matrix pipes,
  • the bolts (5) from the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix.

• Remove:
  • the heating resistor bolts,
  • the heating resistor (6).
• Disconnect the blower assembly connector.
• Press on the blower assembly tab.
• Turn the blower assembly towards the right.
• Remove:
  • the blower assembly (7),
  • the expansion valve (8),
  • the cabin filter (9),
  • the evacuation ring (10),
  • the anti-rotation pad (11),
  • the fan assembly control unit (12),
  • the glovebox air distribution duct (13),
  • the control cables (14).

REFITTING

I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION

• Check that the parts are in good condition and replace any defective parts, if necessary.
• Refit:
  • the cabin filter,
  • the anti-rotation pad,
  • the evacuation ring,
  • the glovebox air distribution duct,
  • the blower assembly,
  • the expansion valve,
  • the fan assembly control unit,
  • the heating resistor,
  • the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix pipes.
• Clip the heater matrix pipe bracket onto the heater matrix.
• Refit:
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket bolt on the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the bolts for the heater matrix pipe retaining bracket on the distribution unit.

II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED

• Connect the C-pillar air distribution ducts onto the distribution unit.
• Refit the distribution unit.
• Connect:
  • the heating resistor connector,
  • the blower assembly control unit connector.

III - FINAL OPERATION

• Refit:
  • the dashboard cross member (see Dashboard cross member: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the front doors (see Front side door: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 47A, Side doors),
  • the front wings (see Front wing: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the steering column (see Steering column: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the front centre air distribution duct (see 61A, Heating, Front centre air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-104),
  • the front side air distribution ducts (see 61A, Heating, Front side air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-101),
  • the dashboard (see Dashboard: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the offset multimedia socket computer (see Offset multimedia socket computer: Removal - Refitting),
  • the tweeter speakers (see Tweeter: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio),
  • the A-pillar trims (see Windscreen pillar trim: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 71A, Body internal trim),
  • the glovebox (see Glovebox: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the control panel (see 61A, Heating, Control panel: Removal - Refitting, 61A-98),
  • the centre console (see Centre console: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and VEHICLE WITHOUT RADIO

• Clip the storage compartment in position.

NAVIGATION AID 1

• Refit the radio navigation system (see Radio navigation: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 83C, On board telematics system).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and RADIO NO. 01 or RADIO NO. 02 or RADIO NO. 03 or RADIO NO. 04 or RADIO NO. 05 or RADIO NO. 06

• Refit the radio (see Radio: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio).

• Refit:
  • the steering column switch assembly (see Steering column switch assembly: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 84A, Control - Signals),
  • the steering wheel (see Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal airbag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 88C, Airbag and pretensioners),
  • the heater matrix hoses,
  • the heater matrix hose clips.
• Remove the hose clamps (Ms. 583) from the heater matrix hoses.

WARNING

To avoid any leaks, check that the pipe surface is sound before positioning the new seal. The surface must be clean and scratch free.

• Replace the seals.
• Lubricate the seals using recommended air conditioning oil to make fitting easier.
• Fit the pipe unions to the expansion valve.
• Refit the bolts to the pipe unions on the expansion valve.
• Tighten the pipe union bolts.
• Fit the bulkhead soundproofing.
• Refit:
  • the bulkhead soundproofing mountings,
  • the scoop under the scuttle panel grille (see Scoop under the scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment),
  • the scuttle panel grille (see Scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment),
  • the windscreen wiper arms (see Windscreen wiper arm: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 85A, Wiping - Washing),
  • the engine cover.
• Connect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 80A, Battery).
• Unlock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of components) (MR 394, 88C, Airbags and pretensioners).
• Perform the following operations:
  • top up the coolant (see Cooling system: Draining - Refilling) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling),
  • bleed the cooling system (see Cooling system: Draining - Refilling) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling).
• Check the cooling system (see Engine cooling system: Check) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling).
• Fill up the refrigerant circuit using the refrigerant charging station (see 62A, Air conditioning, Refrigerant circuit: Draining - Filling, 62A-10).

Note: A summary table gives the quantity of refrigerant in the system according to the engine type (see 62A, Air conditioning, Air conditioning: Parts and consumables for the repair, 62A-2).

• Check that the air conditioning system is operating correctly (see 62A, Air conditioning, Air conditioning: Check, 62A-6).
• Check for leaks (see 62A, Air conditioning, Refrigerant circuit: Check, 62A-9).

STANDARD HEATING

REMOVAL

I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION

• Lock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of components) (MR 394, 88C, Airbags and pretensioners).

• Place hose clamps (Ms. 583) on the heater matrix hoses at (1).
• Remove:
  • the heater matrix hose clips,
  • the heater matrix hoses.
• Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 80A, Battery).
• Remove:
  • the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal airbag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 88C, Airbag and pretensioners),
  • the steering wheel (see Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the steering column switch assembly (see Steering column switch assembly: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 84A, Control - Signals).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and RADIO NO. 01 or RADIO NO. 02 or RADIO NO. 03 or RADIO NO. 04 or RADIO NO. 05 or RADIO NO. 06

• Remove the radio (see Radio: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio).

NAVIGATION AID 1

• Remove the radio navigation system (see Radio navigation: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 83C, On-board telematics system).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and VEHICLE WITHOUT RADIO

• Unclip the glovebox using the (Car. 1363).

• Remove:
  • the centre console (see Centre console: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the control panel (see 61A, Heating, Control panel: Removal - Refitting, 61A-98),
  • the glovebox (see Glovebox: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the A-pillar trims (see Windscreen pillar trim: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 71A, Body internal trim),
  • the tweeter speakers (see Tweeter: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio),
  • the offset multimedia socket computer (see Offset multimedia socket computer: Removal - Refitting),
  • the dashboard (see Dashboard: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the front side air distribution ducts (see 61A, Heating, Front side air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-101),
  • the front centre air distribution duct (see 61A, Heating, Front centre air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-104),
  • the steering column (see Steering column: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the front wings (see Front wing: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the front doors (see Front side door: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 47A, Side doors),
  • the dashboard cross member (see Dashboard cross member: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure).

II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART CONCERNED

• Separate the C-pillar air distribution ducts from the distribution unit.
• Disconnect:
  • the heating resistor connector,
  • the blower assembly control unit connector.
• Remove the distribution unit.

• Remove:
  • the bolts (2) from the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the bolt (3) from the heater matrix pipe bracket.
• Unclip the heater matrix pipe bracket.
• Remove:
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the heater matrix pipes,
  • the bolts (4) from the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix.

• Remove the heating resistor (5).
• Disconnect the blower assembly connector.
• Press on the blower assembly tab.
• Turn the blower assembly towards the right.
• Remove:
  • the blower assembly (6),
  • the cabin filter (7),
  • the fan assembly control unit (8),
  • the control cables (9).

REFITTING

I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION

• Check that the parts are in good condition and replace any defective parts, if necessary.
• Refit:
  • the cabin filter,
  • the blower assembly,
  • the fan assembly control unit,
  • the control cables,
  • the heating resistor,
  • the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix pipes.
• Clip the heater matrix pipe bracket onto the heater matrix.
• Refit:
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket bolt on the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the bolts from the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit.

II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED

• Connect the C-pillar air distribution ducts to the distribution unit.
• Refit the distribution unit.
• Connect:
  • the heating resistor connector,
  • the blower assembly control unit connector.

III - FINAL OPERATION

• Refit:
  • the dashboard cross member (see Dashboard cross member: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the front doors (see Front side door: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 47A, Side doors),
  • the front wings (see Front wing: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the steering column (see Steering column: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the front centre air distribution duct (see 61A, Heating, Front centre air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-104),
  • the front side air distribution ducts (see 61A, Heating, Front side air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-101),
  • the dashboard (see Dashboard: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the offset multimedia socket computer (see Offset multimedia socket computer: Removal - Refitting),
  • the tweeter speakers (see Tweeter: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio),
  • the A-pillar trims (see Windscreen pillar trim: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 71A, Body internal trim),
  • the glovebox (see Glovebox: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the control panel (see 61A, Heating, Control panel: Removal - Refitting, 61A-98),
  • the centre console (see Centre console: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and RADIO NO. 01 or RADIO NO. 02 or RADIO NO. 03 or RADIO NO. 04 or RADIO NO. 05 or RADIO NO. 06

• Refit the radio (see Radio: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio).

NAVIGATION AID 1

• Refit the radio navigation system (see Radio navigation: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 83C, On board telematics system).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and VEHICLE WITHOUT RADIO

• Clip the storage compartment in position.

• Refit:
  • the steering column switch assembly (see Steering column switch assembly: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 84A, Control - Signals),
  • the steering wheel (see Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal airbag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 88C, Airbag and pretensioners),
  • the heater matrix hoses,
  • the heater matrix hose clips.
• Connect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 80A, Battery).
• Remove the hose clamps (Ms. 583).
• Unlock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of components) (MR 394, 88C, Airbags and pretensioners).
• Perform the following operations:
  • top up the coolant (see Cooling system: Draining - Refilling) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling),
  • bleed the cooling system (see Cooling system: Draining - Refilling) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling).
• Check the cooling system (see Engine cooling system: Check) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling).

CLIMATE CONTROL

IMPORTANT

Consult the safety and cleanliness advice and operation recommendations before carrying out any repair (see 62A, Air conditioning, Air conditioning: Precautions for the repair, 62A-1).

REMOVAL

I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION

• Drain the refrigerant circuit using the refrigerant charging station (see 62A, Air conditioning, Refrigerant circuit: Draining - Filling, 62A-10).
• Lock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of components) (MR 394, 88C, Airbags and pretensioners).
• Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 80A, Battery).
• Remove:
  • the engine cover,
  • the windscreen wiper arms (see Windscreen wiper arm: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 85A, Wiping - Washing),
  • the scuttle panel grille (see Scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment),
  • the scoop under the scuttle panel grille (see Scoop under the scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment).

• Fit hose clamps (Ms. 583) to the heater matrix hoses at (1).
• Remove:
  • the heater matrix hose clips,
  • the heater matrix hoses.

• Remove the mountings from the bulkhead soundproofing.
• Lift away the bulkhead soundproofing.
• Remove the bolts (2) from the pipe unions on the expansion valve.
• Separate the pipe unions from the expansion valve.

WARNING

In order to avoid any refrigerant leaks, do not damage (deform, twist, etc.) the pipe.

• Fit plugs into the openings.

WARNING

To prevent moisture from entering the system, place plugs on the cold loop components which are open to the air.

• Remove:
  • the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal airbag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 88C, Airbag and pretensioners),
  • the steering wheel (see Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the steering column switch assembly (see Steering column switch assembly: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 84A, Control - Signals).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and RADIO NO. 01 or RADIO NO. 02 or RADIO NO. 03 or RADIO NO. 04 or RADIO NO. 05 or RADIO NO. 06

• Remove the radio (see Radio: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio).

NAVIGATION AID 1

• Remove the radio navigation system (see Radio navigation: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 83C, On board telematics system).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and VEHICLE WITHOUT RADIO

• Unclip the glovebox using the (Car. 1363).

• Remove:
  • the centre console (see Centre console: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the control panel (see 61A, Heating, Control panel: Removal - Refitting, 61A-98),
  • the glovebox (see Glovebox: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the A-pillar trims (see Windscreen pillar trim: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 71A, Body internal trim),
  • the solar radiation detector (see 61A, Heating, Solar radiation sensor: Removal - Refitting, 61A-134),
  • the tweeter speakers (see Tweeter: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio),
  • the offset multimedia socket computer (see Offset multimedia socket computer: Removal - Refitting),
  • the dashboard (see Dashboard: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the front side air distribution ducts (see 61A, Heating, Front side air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-101),
  • the front centre air distribution duct (see 61A, Heating, Front centre air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-104),
  • the steering column (see Steering column: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the front wings (see Front wing: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the front doors (see Front side door: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 47A, Side doors),
  • the dashboard cross member (see Dashboard cross member: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure).

II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART CONCERNED

• Separate the C-pillar air distribution ducts from the distribution unit.
• Disconnect:
  • the heating resistor connector,
  • the motors and blower assembly control unit feed wiring connector.
• Remove the distribution unit.

• Remove:
  • the bolts (3) from the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the bolts (4) from the heater matrix pipe bracket.
• Unclip the heater matrix pipe bracket.
• Remove:
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the heater matrix pipes,
  • the bolts (5) from the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix.

• Remove:
  • the heating resistor bolts,
  • the heating resistor (6).
• Disconnect the blower assembly connector.
• Press on the blower assembly tab.
• Turn the blower assembly towards the right.
• Remove:
  • the blower assembly (7),
  • the distribution motor (8),
  • the cabin filter (9),
  • the expansion valve (10),
  • the fan assembly control unit (11),
  • the evacuation ring (12),
  • the anti-rotation pad (13),
  • the air mixing motor (14),
  • the wiring (15),
  • the recirculation motor (16),
  • the glovebox air distribution duct (17).

REFITTING

I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION

• Check that the parts are in good condition and replace any defective parts, if necessary.
• Refit:
  • the blower assembly,
  • the cabin filter,
  • the anti-rotation pad,
  • the evacuation ring,
  • the expansion valve,
  • the fan assembly control unit,
  • the glovebox air distribution duct,
  • the recirculation motor,
  • the air mixing motor,
  • the distribution motor,
  • the wiring,
  • the heating resistor,
  • the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix pipes.
• Clip the heater matrix pipe bracket onto the heater matrix.
• Refit:
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket bolt on the heater matrix,
  • the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit,
  • the bolts from the heater matrix pipe bracket on the distribution unit.

II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED

• Connect the C-pillar air distribution ducts onto the distribution unit.
• Refit the distribution unit.
• Connect:
  • the heating resistor connector,
  • the motors and blower assembly control unit feed wiring connector.

III - FINAL OPERATION

• Refit:
  • the dashboard cross member (see Dashboard cross member: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the front doors (see Front side door: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 47A, Side doors),
  • the front wings (see Front wing: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 42A, Upper front structure),
  • the steering column (see Steering column: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the front centre air distribution duct (see 61A, Heating, Front centre air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-104),
  • the front side air distribution ducts (see 61A, Heating, Front side air distribution duct: Removal - Refitting, 61A-101),
  • the dashboard (see Dashboard: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the offset multimedia socket computer (see Offset multimedia socket computer: Removal - Refitting),
  • the tweeter speakers (see Tweeter: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio),
  • the solar radiation detector (see 61A, Heating, Solar radiation sensor: Removal - Refitting, 61A-134),
  • the A-pillar trims (see Windscreen pillar trim: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 71A, Body internal trim),
  • the glovebox (see Glovebox: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment),
  • the control panel (see 61A, Heating, Control panel: Removal - Refitting, 61A-98),
  • the centre console (see Centre console: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and VEHICLE WITHOUT RADIO

• Clip the storage compartment in position.

NAVIGATION AID 1

• Refit the radio navigation system (see Radio navigation: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 83C, On board telematics system).

WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and RADIO NO. 01 or RADIO NO. 02 or RADIO NO. 03 or RADIO NO. 04 or RADIO NO. 05 or RADIO NO. 06

• Refit the radio (see Radio: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 86A, Radio).

• Refit:
  • the steering column switch assembly (see Steering column switch assembly: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 84A, Control - Signals),
  • the steering wheel (see Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 36B, Power-assisted steering),
  • the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal airbag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 88C, Airbag and pretensioners),
  • the heater matrix hoses,
  • the heater matrix hose clips.
• Remove the hose clamps (Ms. 583) from the heater matrix hoses.

WARNING

To avoid any leaks, check that the pipe surface is sound before positioning the new seal. The surface must be clean and scratch free.

• Replace the seals.
• Lubricate the seals using recommended air conditioning oil to make fitting easier.
• Fit the pipe unions to the expansion valve.
• Refit the bolts to the pipe unions on the expansion valve.
• Tighten the pipe union bolts.
• Fit the bulkhead soundproofing.
• Refit:
  • the bulkhead soundproofing mountings,
  • the scoop under the scuttle panel grille (see Scoop under the scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment),
  • the scuttle panel grille (see Scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 56A, Exterior equipment),
  • the windscreen wiper arms (see Windscreen wiper arm: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 85A, Wiping - Washing),
  • the engine cover.
• Connect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting) (MR 392, 80A, Battery).
• Unlock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of components) (MR 394, 88C, Airbags and pretensioners).
• Perform the following operations:
  • top up the coolant (see Cooling system: Draining - Refilling) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling),
  • bleed the cooling system (see Cooling system: Draining - Refilling) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling).
• Check the cooling system (see Engine cooling system: Check) (MR 392, 19A, Cooling).
• Fill up the refrigerant circuit using the refrigerant charging station (see 62A, Air conditioning, Refrigerant circuit: Draining - Filling, 62A-10).

Note: A summary table gives the quantity of refrigerant in the system according to the engine type (see 62A, Air conditioning, Air conditioning: Parts and consumables for the repair, 62A-2).

• Check that the air conditioning system is operating correctly (see 62A, Air conditioning, Air conditioning: Check, 62A-6).
• Check for leaks (see 62A, Air conditioning, Refrigerant circuit: Check, 62A-9).

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