Condenser to Evaporator Line

CONDENSER TO EVAPORATOR 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 outlet 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 evaporator core inlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

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

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