Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair

Compressor to Condenser Discharge Line - 3.7L













Removal and Installation

1. Recover the refrigerant.

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


3. Remove the A/C compressor discharge fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.

- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).


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

5. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.

- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).


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

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

- Add the correct amount of clean PAG oil.


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