Evaporator Core: Service and Repair
Removal1. Discharge the refrigerant system.
2. Remove the undercover and glove box.
3. Disconnect the low-pressure pipe from the cooling unit outlet fitting.
4. Disconnect the high-pressure pipe from the cooling unit inlet fitting
NOTE: Immediately plug all open fittings to keep moisture out of the system.
5. Remove the sealing plate at both sides of the cooling unit.
6. Remove the drain hose from the cooling unit.
7. Remove the nuts and the cooling unit.
Disassembly / Assembly
Disassemble and assemble as shown.
Installation
Install In the reverse order of the removal, noting the following.
Note
^ Adjust and position the cooling unit so that its connections match those of the heater unit and the blower unit.
^ If the evaporator is replaced, add compressor oil to the compressor.
Compressor oil: 50 cc (3.05 cu in)
Tightening torque:
Low- and high-pressure pipe: 15 - 25 N.m (1.5 - 2.5 m-kg, 11 - 18 ft-lb)