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Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Service and Repair



Air Conditioning (A/C) Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor. The connector is accessible through the lower control arm.




3. Remove the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor from the compressor hose block (1).
4. Remove and discard the O-ring seal from the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the new O-ring seal.






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor to the compressor hose block (1).

Tighten the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor to 4.8 N.m (42 lb in).

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