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Vacuum Harness HVAC: Service and Repair

Vacuum Pump Kit:






SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S)

1. Measure the length of the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose.
2. Cut a piece of standard 1/8 inch inner diameter vacuum hose approximately 25 mm (1 inch) longer than the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose.
3. Cut off the mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of the damaged area.
4. Dip the mini-tube hose ends in commercially available paint thinner containing Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK). This solvent will seal the mini-tube in the vacuum hose.

WARNING: READ THE WARNING INFORMATION ON THE PRODUCT LABEL TO PREVENT POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.







5. Insert the ends of the mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9 mm (3/8 inch) into the ends of the standard 1/8 inch service vacuum hose system.
6. Shake the service joint after assembly to ensure the solvent is dispersed and the vacuum line is not plugged.
7. Test the system for a vacuum leak in the repair area.
^ Use the Vacuum Pump or equivalent.