Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair

Compressor to Condenser Discharge Line - 3.5L GTDI













Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. Recover the refrigerant.

3. Remove the 4 underbody shield retainers and the underbody shield.





4. Remove the lower radiator splash shield.

5. Remove the rear A/C compressor bolt.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).


6. Remove the A/C compressor discharge fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).


7. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).


8. Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector.

9. Remove the compressor-to-condenser discharge line.

10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gasket seals and O-ring seals.

- Add the correct amount of clean PAG oil to the refrigerant system.


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