HVAC System - Automatic

TOOLS REQUIRED
^ J 26549-E Expansion Tube Remover
^ J 38042 Dual O-ring Joint Separator
^ J 39500 A/C Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and Recharging (ACR4) System




1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Service and Repair
2. Remove the dual O-ring joint (1) of the condenser outlet using the J 38042.




3. Remove the dual O-ring joint of the evaporator inlet using the J38042.
4. Remove the A/C line clips.




5. Remove the expansion tube from the line using the J26549-E.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Electronic Halogen Leak Detector




1. With the short screen toward the evaporator install the expansion tube.
2. Position the line and install the A/C line clips.




3. Assemble the dual O-ring joints of the evaporator inlet and the condenser outlet (1).
4. Hand tighten the dual O-ring joints in order assure correct line orientation.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Tighten the dual O-ring connections.

Tighten
Tighten the dual O-ring connections to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

6. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
7. Test the A/C system for leaks. Refer to Leak Testing. Testing and Inspection