Suction Hose Replacement

Suction Hose Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L)

Special Tools

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure




1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging).
2. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the suction line nut (1) from the accumulator.
4. Remove the rear suction line nut (2) if equipped with rear air.
5. Remove the suction line bolt from the compressor.
6. Remove the suction line from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the suction line into the vehicle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the suction line bolt to the compressor and tighten to35 Nm (26 lb ft).
3. Install the rear suction line nut (2) if equipped with rear air and tighten to16 Nm (12 lb ft).
4. Install the suction line nut (1) to the accumulator and tighten to16 Nm (12 lb ft).
5. Install the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .