Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement
EVAPORATOR HOSE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the A/C evaporator tube to condenser bolt.
3. Remove the A/C evaporator tube from the condenser
4. Remove the A/C evaporator tube to evaporator nut.
5. Remove the A/C evaporator tube from the evaporator.
6. Disconnect the A/C hose clip (1) at the frame rail.
7. Remove the A/C evaporator tube clips.
8. Remove the A/C evaporator tube from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Position the A/C evaporator tube in the vehicle.
2. Install the A/C evaporator tube clips.
3. Connect the A/C evaporator tube to the evaporator.
4. Install the evaporator tube to evaporator nut.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
5. Install the evaporator tube into the clip (1) at the frame rail and fasten the clip.
IMPORTANT: If the clip was damaged during removal, install a new clip.
6. Install the A/C evaporator tube to the condenser.
7. Install the A/C evaporator tube to condenser bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
8. Recharge the A/C system.
9. Leak test the component fittings using the J 39400-A.