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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2005EQUINOX FWD V6-3.4L VIN FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGREFRIGERANT TEMPERATURE SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRSECOND DESIGN
2005 Chevrolet Equinox FWD V6-3.4L VIN F
Second Design
2005 Chevrolet Equinox FWD V6-3.4L VIN FSECTION Second Design
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT LOW TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT (SECOND DESIGN)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
The second design can be identified by the location of the temperature sensor. The temperature sensor is retained with a screw to the evaporator pipe.
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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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.