Compressor to Condenser Discharge Line

COMPRESSOR TO CONDENSER DISCHARGE LINE

REMOVAL

NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to: Heating and Air Conditioning, Service and Repair, Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery Procedure, Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery procedure







2. Disconnect the dual-function pressure switch electrical connector and remove the switch.







3. Remove the A/C muffler bracket nut.







4. Disconnect the fitting at the condenser.
- Discard the O-ring seal.







5. Disconnect the spring lock coupling at the compressor manifold and tube.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

6. Remove the compressor to condenser discharge line.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals lubricated in clean PAG oil.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

2. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to: Heating and Air Conditioning, Service and Repair, Evacuating and Charging, Evacuation and Charging