Refrigerant Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT LOW TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400 Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.




2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the A/C low temperature sensor.




3. Unscrew the A/C low temperature sensor (1) from the evaporator hose.
4. Remove and discard the O-ring from the evaporator hose.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the new O-ring to the evaporator hose.
2. Install the A/C low temperature sensor (1) to the evaporator hose.

Tighten the sensor to 7.5 N.m (66 lb in).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




3. Connect the electrical connector to the sensor.
4. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
5. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.