Heater-Evaporator Unit Replacement

Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.

NOTE: The radio may have a coded theft protection circuit. Be sure to get the customer's code number before.
- Disconnecting the battery.
- Removing the No. 14 (15 A) fuse (in the under-dash fuse/relay box).
- Removing the radio.
After service, reconnect power to the radio and turn it on. When the word "CODE" is displayed, enter the customer's 5-digit code to restore radio operation.

2. Use the refrigerant recovery/recycling system to recover the refrigerant from the system.





3. Disconnect the receiver line and the suction line from the evaporator.

CAUTION: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture out of the system.





4. Remove the two screws and right lower dashboard cover.





5. Remove the three screws and left lower dashboard cover.





6. Remove the six screws, one connector and glove box.





7. Remove the 11 screws and front console





8. Remove the right-side knee bolster.





9. Remove the two self-tapping screws and A/C bands.
Disconnect the connector from the A/C thermostat, and pull off the wire harness from the clamps.





10. Remove the tow nuts, one bolt and evaporator.
11. Install in the reverse order of removal, and:
- Replace all 0-rings with new ones.
- Apply a sealant to the grommets.
- Make sure that there is no air leakage.
- Charge the system, and test performance.