Compressor to Condenser Discharge Line
Compressor to Condenser Discharge Line
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Recover the refrigerant.
3. Remove the A/C compressor discharge fitting nut.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
4. Remove the lower radiator air deflector.
5. Remove the compressor-to-condenser discharge line bracket nut at the A/C compressor and disconnect the A/C compressor discharge fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
6. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
7. Remove the compressor-to-condenser discharge line.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gasket seals and O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.
9. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.