Suction Hose Replacement

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVE PROCEDURE




1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Remove the lower radiator air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement Front in Body Front End.
4. Disconnect the suction hose from the compressor.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the clip on the upper tie bar.




7. Disconnect the suction hose (1) from the accumulator.




8. Disconnect the suction hose from the clips at the fan shroud.
9. Remove the hose from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Inspect the seal washers for damage before reinstalling the A/C lines and hoses.

If any damage is noted during inspection, the suspect seal must be replaced.

Flat washer type seals do not require lubrication.




1. Position the suction hose into the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the suction hose (1) and nut to the accumulator.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).




3. install the suction hose into the clips at the fan shroud.
4. Install the upper radiator hose into the clip and fasten.
5. Raise the vehicle.




6. Install the suction hose and nut to the compressor.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.
10. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement - Front in Body Front End.