Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Remove the IP carrier support. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Support Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
2. Remove the air distribution duct. Refer to Air Distributor Duct Replacement .
3. Remove the air inlet assembly. Refer to Air Inlet Assembly Replacement .
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from HVAC module.
5. Lower the engine. Refer to Engine Replacement in Engine Mechanical 4.6 L.
6. Disconnect the A/C lines from the evaporator core.
7. Remove the heater hoses from heater core. Refer to Heater Hoses Replacement .



8. Remove the blower motor. Refer to Blower Motor Replacement .



9. Remove the evaporator drain.



10. Remove the evaporator rubber barrier cover.
11. Remove the heater and evaporator module retaining nuts.
12. Remove the heater and evaporator module assembly.

1. Install the heater and evaporator module assembly.

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.

2. Install the heater and evaporator module retaining nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 13 N·m (10 lb ft).




3. Install the evaporator rubber barrier cover.



4. Install the blower motor. Refer to Blower Motor Replacement .
5. Install the air distribution duct. Refer to Air Distributor Duct Replacement .
6. Install the air inlet housing. Refer to Air Inlet Assembly Replacement .



7. Install the evaporator drain.
8. Raise the engine. Refer to Engine Replacement in Engine Mechanical 4.6 L.
9. Connect the evaporator hose assembly to the evaporator core.

Tighten
Tighten the evaporator hose assembly to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

10. Install the IP carrier support. Refer to Instrument Panel Carrier Support Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
11. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
12. Leak test the fittings of the component using theJ 39400-A .