Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
ACCUMULATOR REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400 Electronic Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the suction hose retainer from the accumulator.
3. Remove the suction hose from the accumulator.
4. Remove the evaporator hose assembly from the accumulator.
5. Disconnect the accumulator retainer.
6. Remove the accumulator.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the accumulator.
2. Connect the accumulator retainer.
3. Install the evaporator hose assembly to the accumulator.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the evaporator hose assembly retaining nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
5. Install the suction hose to the accumulator.
6. Install the suction hose retaining nut.
7. Tighten the retaining nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
8. Recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Leak test the fittings of the repaired or reinstalled component using J 39400.