Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Disconnect the evaporator tube from the retainer.



3. Remove the evaporator tube retainer.
4. Remove the A/C compressor hose to accumulator nut.



5. Disconnect the A/C compressor hose from the accumulator.
6. Loosen the accumulator tube nut.
7. Disconnect the accumulator tube from the accumulator.



8. Remove the accumulator bracket retaining bolt.



9. Remove the accumulator from the vehicle.

1. Add the proper amount of refrigerant oil to the accumulator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .



2. Install the accumulator to the bracket.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the accumulator bracket retaining bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

4. Connect the accumulator tube to the accumulator.
5. Install the accumulator tube nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

6. Install the A/C compressor hose to the accumulator.



7. Install the A/C compressor hose to accumulator nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).




8. Install the evaporator tube retainer.



9. Connect the evaporator tube to the retainer.
10. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
11. Leak test the component fittings using theJ 39400-A .