Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the front air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement in Body Front End.



3. Remove the receiver dryer bottom plug (1).
4. Remove the filter (2).



5. Remove the desiccant bag (3).

1. Install the desiccant bag (3).
2. Install the filter (2).
3. Lubricate the O-rings on the plug with refrigerant oil before installing. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




4. Install the bottom plug (1).

Tighten
Tighten the plug to 12.5 N·m (111 lb in).

5. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement in Body Front End.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Add the proper amount of oil. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
8. Evacuate and recharge the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
9. Leak test the fittings of the component with J 39400-A .