Xantia dash removal

AV · Unread post by AV » 31 Jan 2003, 20:46

I need to get to my A/C evaporator to investigate my thus far undiscovered leak. I assume i'll have to remove the dash completely, if so any tips?

lozian · Unread post by **lozian** » 01 Feb 2003, 01:41

Hi AV,
Leak of what?
Lozian

AV · Unread post by AV » 01 Feb 2003, 04:01

Air Con refrigerant/gas, or whatever it is that keeps things cool.

jmd · Unread post by **jmd** » 01 Feb 2003, 07:40

AV.
Hesitate,and wait for more advice,and a lot of it before you embark on,or comtemplate removing a dash.There must be another way.I do not have A/C so cannot advise you.Check if you can get to this component by removing the Heater,and or Radio.Or perhaps from under the dash,working from the under the front passenger side.
Edited by - jmd on 01 Feb 2003 02:42:44

wilsonkrg · Unread post by **wilsonkrg** » 02 Feb 2003, 15:39

I'm pretty sure there would be a panel (on the passengers side in a BX) on the side of the air distribution box directly behind where the A/C hoses penetrate the firewall which can be removed to allow access to the expansion or TX valve. This is most likely where the leak is - I've had two go leaky in my BX. The panel allows the TX valve to be changed with only removal of the carpet at the bottom of the dash. Good Luck.
Ken W (Aust)

AV · Unread post by AV » 05 Feb 2003, 05:18

Thanks Ken, this panel on a bx, is it under the bonnet or inside the car? and is it much of a job to change this valve, if I ever get near it, and can anyone confirm if there are any similarities to what Ken mentioned on the BX, and the Xantia?