Tools Required
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
Removal Procedure
- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to
Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
.
- Remove the suction hose mounting bolt from the A/C compressor.
- Remove the suction hose (2) from the A/C compressor.
- Remove the suction hose nut from the accumulator.
- Remove the suction hose from the accumulator.
- Remove the suction hose assembly from the vehicle.
- Discard all of the used sealing washers. Cap the system openings.
Installation Procedure
- Install the suction hose to the vehicle.
- Install the suction hose 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.
- Install the suction hose nut to the accumulator.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
- Install the suction hose (2) to the compressor using new sealing washers. Refer to
Sealing Washer Replacement
.
- Install the suction hose mounting bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to
Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
.
- Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A
.