Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair

Flexible Hose

With the following cautions, replace flexible hoses with new ones if they are damaged or swollen.
1. The flexible hoses should be free from twists and tension after they have been connected.
2. The flexible hoses must not be bent or twisted forcibly.


REMOVAL




1. Disconnect battery negative terminal.
2. Discharge refrigerant.

3. Remove low-pressure hose.
1. Remove hose attaching bolts.
2. Remove hose clip.

CAUTION: Plug the opening to prevent foreign matter from getting in.

3. Disconnect the connector at evaporator unit.




4. Remove high-pressure hose.
1. Disconnect hose attaching bolt (compressor side).
2. Disconnect hose attaching bolt (condenser side).

CAUTION: Plug the opening to prevent foreign mailer from getting in.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.