Evaporator Core: Service and Repair

Air Conditioning Evaporator Core Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).

Note: Some screws are hidden under the foam insulation.

2. Remove the screws to separate the HVAC module assembly halves.




3. Separate the HVAC module assembly (1).
4. Remove the evaporator core (2) from the HVAC module assembly (1).
5. Remove the seal between the HVAC module assembly halves.

Installation Procedure

Note: If replacing the evaporator core, add the refrigerant oil to the evaporator core. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities (Second Design Compressor) (Refrigerant System Capacities (Second Design Compressor))Refrigerant System Capacities (First Design Compressor) (Refrigerant System Capacities (First Design Compressor)) for system capacity information.

1. Install the seal between the HVAC module assembly halves.




2. Install the evaporator core (2) to the HVAC module assembly (1).

Note: Ensure that the seal between the 2 case sections is in place.

3. Assemble the HVAC module assembly.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the screws to join the HVAC module assembly halves and tighten to 1.9 Nm (17 in. lbs.).
5. Install the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).