Evaporator Core: Service and Repair

Air Conditioning Evaporator Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the HVAC module assembly. Refer to Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation (Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly).
2. Remove the lower HVAC module case fasteners (2).
3. Remove the lower HVAC module case.
4. Remove the evaporator air temperature sensor Refer to Evaporator Air Temperature Sensor Replacement (Service and Repair).
Remove the evaporator.

Installation Procedure

1. If replacing the evaporator, add the specific amount of PAG(R) oil directly to the evaporator. Refer to Refrigerant System Specifications (Specifications).
2. Install the evaporator.
3. Install new sealing washers. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Seal Replacement (Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Seal Replacement).
4. Install the evaporator air temperature sensor Refer to Evaporator Air Temperature Sensor Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Install the lower HVAC module case.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

6. Install the lower HVAC module case screws and tighten to 1.5 Nm (13 lb in).
7. Install the HVAC module assembly. Refer to Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation (Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly).