Accumulator Tube Replacement
TOOLS REQUIREDJ 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the accumulator tube fitting nut from the accumulator.
Use a back-up wrench on the evaporator core fitting.
3. Remove the accumulator tube fitting nut from the evaporator core.
4. Remove the accumulator tube.
5. Remove and discard the O-rings.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install new O-rings on both ends of the accumulator tube.
2. Install the accumulator tube to the accumulator and the evaporator core.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the accumulator tube fitting nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the accumulator tube nuts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
4. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
5. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.