Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Unclip the Positive battery cable from the top of the accumulator cover.
3. Remove the evaporator hose assembly (1) from the snap clamp (2) on the accumulator cover.



4. Unsnap the accumulator cover (1) and remove the cover from the accumulator (2).
5. Remove the evaporator hose assembly from the accumulator.
6. Remove the suction hose from the accumulator.



7. Disconnect the accumulator retainer.
8. Remove the accumulator.
9. Drain the oil from the accumulator.

Important: If replacing the accumulator, add oil to accumulator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .




1. Install the accumulator.

Important: Inspect the sealing washers for damage.

Any sealing washers that show signs of damage need to be replaced.
Sealing washers do not require lubrication.
2. Install the evaporator hose assembly to the accumulator.

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 evaporator hose assembly retaining nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

4. Install the suction hose to the accumulator.
5. Install the suction hose retaining nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).




6. Install the accumulator cap (1) to the accumulator (2).

Ensure that all three snap fasteners on the accumulator cap are engaged.

7. Install the evaporator hose assembly (1) into the snap clamp (2).



8. Recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
9. Clip the Positive battery cable into the clip on the top of the accumulator cover.
10. Leak test the fittings of the repaired or reinstalled component using J 39400 .