Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Important: The desiccant within the shell is NOT serviced separately. The desiccant is part of the sealed accumulator assembly.

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the right wheelhouse splash shield. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement in Body Front End.
3. Remove the condenser hose assembly from the accumulator .
4. Remove the evaporator hose assembly from the accumulator.



5. Remove the accumulator bracket bolt.
6. Remove the accumulator with the bracket from the vehicle.



7. Remove the accumulator from the insulator and the bracket.

1. Install the insulator and the bracket to the accumulator.

Important: You must add refrigerant oil to a new accumulator.

2. Add the required amount of new refrigerant oil to a new accumulator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .




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 and bolt to the vehicle.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

4. Install the condenser hose assembly to the accumulator.
5. Install the evaporator hose assembly to the accumulator.
6. Install the right wheelhouse splash shield. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement in Body Front End.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
9. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .