EVAPORATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [R.H.D.]

Note

• Installation of a new accumulator tank is not necessary when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of system contamination from a failed A/C component or damage to the accumulator tank.

• If an evaporator leak is suspected, the evaporator must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle. (See EVAPORATOR/CONDENSER INSPECTION.)

1. Remove the cooling unit. (See COOLING UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Remove the foam seal from the A/C air inlet and outlet.

Note

• If the foam seal is damaged during removal install a new seal.

3. Remove the foam seal from the evaporator inlet and outlet.

Note

• If the foam seal is damaged during removal install a new seal.

4. Remove five screws and the upper case.

5. Remove the evaporator.

6. Remove the evaporator brackets.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.