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Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Service and Repair



Air Conditioning (A/C) Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Replacement

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector


Removal Procedure





1. Disconnect the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor electrical connector.
2. Remove the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor from the front evaporator line.
3. Remove and discard the O-ring seal from the A/C refrigerant sensor port.



Installation Procedure





1. Install a new O-ring seal onto the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor port. Refer to O-Ring Replacement (O-Ring Replacement) .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

2. Install the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor to the front evaporator line.

Tighten the sensor to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

3. Connect the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor electrical connector.
4. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .