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Suction Hose Replacement



Suction Hose Replacement

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the right front wheel house liner.
4. Remove the right front engine splash shield.




5. Remove the suction hose bracket nut (1) and remove bracket.
6. Remove the suction hose/pipe bolt from the A/C compressor.
7. Disconnect the suction hose/pipe from the A/C compressor.




8. Remove the suction hose/pipe nut (1) from TXV tube.
9. Disconnect the suction hose/pipe from the TXV tube (2).
10. Remove the suction hose/pipe.
11. Remove and discard the suction hose/pipe O-rings.

Installation Procedure




1. Install new O-rings to the suction hose/pipe.
2. Connect the suction hose/pipe to the TXV tube.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the suction hose/pipe to TXV nut (1).

Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




4. Connect the suction hose/pipe to the A/C compressor.
5. Install the suction hose/pipe bolt to the A/C compressor.

Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

6. Install the suction hose/pipe bracket and secure with nut (1).
7. Install the right front engine splash shield.
8. Install the right front wheel house liner.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Evacuate and recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
11. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A.