Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the A/C evaporator tube from the condenser.




3. Remove the evaporator line fastener.




4. Remove the A/C evaporator tube from the evaporator.




5. Disconnect the A/C hose clip (1) at the rail.




6. Remove the A/C evaporator tube clips.
7. Remove the A/C evaporator tube from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the A/C evaporator tube in the vehicle.
2. Install the A/C evaporator tube clips.




3. Connect the A/C evaporator tube to the evaporator.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




4. Install the evaporator line fastener.

Tighten
Tighten the A/C evaporator tube connection to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: If the clip was damaged during removal, install a new clip.




5. Install the evaporator tube into the clip (1) at the rail and fasten.




6. Connect the A/C evaporator tube to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the connection to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

7. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
8. Leak test the component fittings using the J 39400-A.