Automotive Repair Glossary : Desiccant Definition

Desiccant Definition: A drying agent used in the refrigeration system to remove moisture. The moisture-absorbing zeolyte crystals are located in the accumulator-dryer or receiver-dryer depending on the type of system. R-134a systems generally require XH-7 or XH-9 desiccant. A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z   DOT 3 DOT 4 DOT 5.1 DOT 5 Dead Center Deflection Defogger Degrease Desiccant Detonation Detroit Diesel Two Stroke Engines Diagnostic Trouble Code Diaphragm Dichlorodifluoromethane Diesel Engine Diesel Oil Dieseling Differential Diluent Diode Dipstick Directional Stability Disc Brake Disc Thickness Variation Discard Thickness Discharge Air Discharge Line Discharge Pressure Discharge Side Distribution System Distributor Distributorless Ignition System Dog Tracking Dowel Pin Drive Shaft Drive Train Drum Brake Dual Circuit Brakes Duo Servo Drum Brake Duty Solenoid Dwell Dynamic Balance Dynamic Wheel Loading Dynamometer

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