Evaporator Core: Service and Repair

Air Conditioning Evaporator Core Replacement

Removal Procedure




Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution (Battery Disconnect Caution).
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Notchback) (Service and Repair)Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Hatchback) (Service and Repair).

Notice: Handle the case carefully to avoid damage to the door actuating linkage.

3. Remove the heater/air distribution case assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).




4. Remove the screws that secure the evaporator case cover.




5. Remove the cover.




6. Slide the evaporator flange support plate upward to facilitate evaporator removal.
7. Remove the evaporator from the case.


Installation Procedure




1. Install new O-rings onto the evaporator tubes.
2. Install the evaporator core into the case. Center the evaporator flange in the case opening.




3. Install the evaporator core case cover with the screws.




4. Install the heater/air distribution case. Refer toHVAC Module Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).




5. Install the instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Notchback) (Service and Repair)Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement (Hatchback) (Service and Repair).
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Service and Repair).