Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and notes.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
3. Remove the compressor and condenser hose assembly from the accumulator. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement.




4. Remove the accumulator clamp bolt.




5. Remove the accumulator from the accumulator clamp.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the accumulator into the accumulator clamp.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener note in Cautions and notes.




2. Install the accumulator clamp bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

3. Install the Compressor and condenser hose assembly to the accumulator. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement.
4. Connect the battery negative cable.
5. Add refrigerant to the system.
6. Inspect the system for leaks.