Evaporator Tube Replacement - Inlet
EVAPORATOR TUBE REPLACEMENT - INLETREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Discharge and recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Service and Repair
2. Remove the air cleaner from the vehicle.
3. Remove the A/C refrigerant pressure switch from the evaporator inlet tube.
4. Remove the evaporator inlet tube at the bulkhead fitting (2).
5. Disconnect the evaporator inlet from the receiver-dryer outlet pipe fitting (7) in front of the condenser fan.
6. Remove the evaporator inlet tube from the inner fender retaining clip.
7. Remove the evaporator inlet tube from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Lubricate new O-rings with mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
2. Install the O-rings to the evaporator inlet pipe.
3. Install the evaporator inlet tube to the vehicle. Secure the evaporator inlet tube at the inner tender retaining clip.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Connect the evaporator inlet to the receiver-dryer outlet pipe fitting (7).
Tighten
Tighten the pipe fitting to 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
5. Connect the evaporator inlet tube at the bulkhead fitting (2).
Tighten
Tighten the pipe fitting to 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
6. Install the A/C refrigerant pressure switch to the evaporator inlet pipe.
7. Install the air cleaner to the vehicle.
8. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Service and Repair
9. Operate the A/C system, and test the system for refrigerant leaks. Refer to Leak Testing. Leak Testing