Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly




Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly - 4.0L













Removal and Installation

1. Recover the refrigerant.

2. Loosen the compressor manifold bolt and detach the compressor manifold.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

- To install, tighten to 21 Nm (15 lb-ft).

3. Remove the compressor manifold and tube bracket nut.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

4. Disconnect the pressure transducer electrical connector.

5. Disconnect the suction accumulator outlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

6. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal.

- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.

- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

8. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.