A/C Discharge Line - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Refer to the applicable Warnings and Cautions for this system before performing the following operation Warning and Caution . Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.





1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the engine trim cover.
3. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system Refrigerant System Recovery.
4. Disengage the A/C discharge line (1) from the plastic retaining bracket (4), located on the A/C compressor (3).
5. Remove the bolt (2) that secures the A/C discharge line to the A/C compressor.
6. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the O-ring seal.





7. Disengage the A/C discharge line (1) from the plastic retaining bracket (2) located at the upper motor mount.






NOTE: Front bumper beam removed from view for clarity.

8. Remove the front fascia.
9. Remove the bolt (4) that secures the A/C liquid line (1) and the A/C discharge line (2) to the A/C condenser tapping block (3).
10. Disconnect the A/C liquid and discharge lines from the A/C condenser.
11. Separate the A/C liquid line from the A/C discharge line and remove and discard the dual plain seals.
12. Remove the A/C discharge line from the engine compartment.
13. Install plugs in, or tape over, all the opened refrigerant line fittings and compressor and condenser ports.