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.
4. Remove and discard the O-ring seal from the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor.


INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the new O-ring seal.







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

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Vehicle Damage Warnings

Tighten
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.