Tools Required

J 39400 Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the left front diagonal brace. Refer to Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in 3.5L Engine Controls.



4. Remove the suction hose nut (2) at the accumulator.
5. Disconnect the suction line hose.



6. Remove the A/C compressor hose nut (1) from the accumulator.



7. Remove the accumulator bracket retaining bolt.



8. Remove the accumulator bracket bolt clamp.
9. Remove the accumulator from the mounting bracket.

1. Install the accumulator to the mounting bracket.




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.

2. Install the accumulator.

Install the accumulator bracket bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the accumulator bracket bolt to 4 N·m (36 lb in).

Important: Coat the new O-ring seals and seal washers with a mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.

3. Install the new O-ring seals onto the A/C compressor hose and the suction hose. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .



4. Install the suction hose onto the accumulator.

Install suction hose nut (2) to the accumulator.

Tighten
Tighten the suction hose nut to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).




5. Install the A/C compressor hose to the accumulator.

Install the A/C compressor hose nut (1) onto the accumulator.

Tighten
Tighten the A/C compressor hose nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

6. Install the left front diagonal brace. Refer to Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
7. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in 3.5L Engine Controls.
8. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
9. Leak test the filling(s) of the repaired or reinstalled component using J 39400 .