Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the A/C recirculation switch.
3. Remove the A/C recirculation switch from the A/C discharge hose.



4. Remove the discharge hose bolt (6) from the A/C compressor (4).
5. Remove the discharge hose (5) from the A/C compressor (4).



6. Remove the discharge hose nut (1) from the condenser (2).
7. Remove the discharge hose (3) from the condenser (2).
8. Remove the discharge hose (3) from the vehicle.
9. Discard all of the used sealing washers.
10. Cap all of the A/C system openings.

1. Install the new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement



2. Install the discharge hose (3) to the vehicle.
3. Install the discharge hose (3) to the condenser (2).

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.

4. Install the nut (1) to the condenser (2).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).




5. Install the discharge hose (5) to the A/C compressor (4).
6. Install the discharge hose bolt (6) to the A/C compressor (4).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

7. Install the A/C recirculation switch to the discharge hose (5) .
8. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C recirculation switch.
9. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
10. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .