Suction Hose Replacement
SUCTION HOSE REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the suction hose nut from the accumulator.
3. Remove the suction hose from the accumulator.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to vehicle lifting.
5. Remove the suction hose nut (2) from the compressor.
6. Remove the suction hose (1) from the compressor.
7. Remove and discard the sealing washers.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install new sealing washers to the suction hose.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the suction hose (1) to the compressor.
3. Install the suction hose nut (2) to the compressor.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Install the suction hose to the accumulator.
6. Install the suction hose nut to the accumulator.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
7. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
8. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.