Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
ACCUMULATOR REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly bolt from the accumulator.
3. Remove the accumulator bolt (2) from the module.
4. Remove the accumulator hose bracket nut (1) from the strut tower.
5. Remove the accumulator bracket bolt.
6. Remove the accumulator from the bracket.
7. Discard the O-rings.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Add the proper amount of PAG oil. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
2. Install the new O-ring.
3. Install the accumulator to the bracket.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the accumulator bracket bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the accumulator bracket bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
5. Install the accumulator hose bracket nut (1) to the strut tower.
Tighten
Tighten the accumulator hose bracket nut (1) to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
6. Install the accumulator bolt (2) to the module.
Tighten
Tighten the accumulator bolt (2) to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
7. Install the A/C compressor hose assembly bolt to the accumulator.
Tighten
Tighten the A/C compressor hose assembly bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
8. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.