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Air Conditioning (A/C) Low Pressure Switch Replacement



Air Conditioning (A/C) Low Pressure Switch Replacement

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the A/C low pressure switch electrical connector.
2. Remove the A/C low pressure switch (2) from the accumulator (1).
3. Remove and discard the O-ring seal from the A/C low pressure switch port on the accumulator.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the new O-ring seal. Refer to O-Ring Replacement (O-Ring Replacement).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the A/C low pressure switch (2) to the accumulator (1).

Tighten the A/C low pressure switch to 4.8 Nm (42 in. lbs.).

3. Connect the A/C low pressure switch electrical connector.
4. Leak test the fittings of the components using the J 39400-A.