Evaporator Core: Service and Repair
EVAPORATOR CORE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the HVAC module assembly. Service and Repair
2. Remove the four bolts (1) and the two air ducts (2).
3. Remove the two bolts (2) and the air outlet lever (1).
4. Remove the four bolts and the blower motor upper case.
5. Remove the bolts and the evaporator case cover.
6. Remove the evaporator.
7. Remove the two bolts and expansion valve from the evaporator.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: If the evaporator was replaced add 60 ml (2.0 fl oz) of compressor oil.
Install new O-rings lubricated with 525 viscosity mineral oil.
1. Install the expansion valve to the evaporator. Secure with the two bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 5.4 N.m (48 lb in).
2. Install the evaporator to the HVAC module assembly
3. Install the evaporator case cover to the HVAC module assembly. Secure with the bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
4. Install the four bolts and the blower motor upper case.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
5. Install the air outlet lever (1). Secure the lever with the two bolts (2).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts (2) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
6. Install the two air ducts (2). Secure the air ducts with the four bolts (1).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
7. Install the HVAC module assembly.