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A/C Discharge Hose/Line

The discharge line is made from reinforced rubber with a nylon liner on the inner walls. The line has a light weight aluminum fittings at the compressor and condenser end. The O-rings used to seal the connections are made from a special type of rubber not affected by R-134a refrigerant. O-rings must replaced whenever the line is removed and installed.

CAUTION: Use only O-rings specified for the vehicle. Failure to use correct O-ring will cause the connection to leak.