Compressor to Condenser Discharge Line

COMPRESSOR TO CONDENSER DISCHARGE LINE







Removal and Installation

NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.

1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).

3. Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector.
4. Remove the compressor discharge fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).

5. Remove the compressor-to-condenser discharge line.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gasket seals and O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

7. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.