Evaporator Core: Service and Repair

Fig. 2 Spring lock coupling disconnect & connect:

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect and cap high-pressure line and accumulator/dryer inlet tube from evaporator core at the bulkhead. Refer to Fig. 2 for spring lock coupling removal.
3. Remove glove compartment and if necessary remove trim panel below glove compartment.
4. Disconnect electrical connectors from resistor assembly and blower motor.
5. Remove right dash side panel and right lower dash trim panel capscrews.

Fig. 26 Support bar removal:

6. Remove support bar and bolts, Fig. 26, then remove support plate and bolts.
7. Disconnect cable from recirc/fresh air cam and retaining clip.
8. Loosen capscrew that secures evaporator-to-heater clamp. Remove four mounting nuts from evaporator case.
9. Remove evaporator case.
10. Reverse procedure to install, using new O-rings.
11. Leak test, evacuate and charge system.