Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly

COMPRESSOR MANIFOLD AND TUBE ASSEMBLY







Removal and Installation

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

1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
3. Detach the 2 coolant reservoir hose retainers from the cooling fan shroud.
4. Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector.
5. Loosen the bolt and detach the compressor manifold.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 21 Nm (15 lb-ft).

6. Remove the compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

7. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

8. Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

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