A/C Suction Hose/Line Replacement

REMOVAL
1. Recover refrigerant from A/C system with R134a refrigerant recovery machine.
2. Remove suction line from the compressor.
3. Remove clip from the line at the expansion valve.
4. Disconnect quick connector on expansion valve with Quick Connector Kit 7193.

Fig.15 Suction Line:

5. Remove suction line from expansion valve.

NOTE: Cap compressor and expansion valve while system is open to prevent moisture from entering system.

INSTALLATION
1. Install suction line to expansion valve with new O-rings.
2. Install clip on the line quick connect at the expansion valve.
3. Install suction line to compressor with new O-ring and tighten bolt to 22 Nm (200 in. lbs.).
4. Evacuate and charge A/C system.