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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Prizm 🢒 HVAC 🢒 HVAC Systems - Manual 🢒 Air Conditioning Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Important: When installing a new hose assembly add 30 ml (1.0 fl oz) of refrigerant oil to the system.

  1. Discharge and recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .

    2. Object Number: 244232 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure switch connector (1).
  3. Remove the bolt (4) from the condenser inlet/outlet.

    4. Important: Cap the open fittings to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the refrigeration system.

  4. Slide the plate (5) counterclockwise and remove the evaporator liquid hose (3) from the condenser.

    5. Object Number: 244238 Size: SH
  5. Remove the evaporator liquid hose from the evaporator liquid tube (3).
  6. Remove the evaporator liquid hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install new O-rings lubricated with 525 viscosity mineral oil.
  2. Position the evaporator liquid hose into the vehicle.

    3. Object Number: 244238 Size: SH

    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 liquid hose to the evaporator liquid tube (3).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the evaporator hose-to-evaporator tube fitting (3) to 25 N·m (19 lb ft).


    Object Number: 244232 Size: SH
  4. Install the compressor discharge (6) and the liquid line (3) to the condenser. Slide the plate (5) clockwise and secure with 1 bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt (4) to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

  5. Connect the refrigerant pressure switch connector (1).
  6. Evacuate and recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  7. Operate the A/C system and test for refrigerant leaks. Refer to Leak Testing .