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For 1990-2009 cars only

Suction Hose Replacement 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 924799  Size: SH
  1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement .
  3. Remove the suction line nut (1) from the accumulator.
  4. Remove the rear suction line nut (2) if equipped with rear air.
  5. Remove the suction line bolt from the compressor.
  6. Remove the suction line from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 924799  Size: SH
  1. Install the suction line into the vehicle.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the suction line bolt to the compressor.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).

  5. Install the rear suction line nut (2) if equipped with rear air.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

  7. Install the suction line nut (1) to the accumulator.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

  9. Install the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement .
  10. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .