Air Conditioning (A/C) Refrigerant Filter Replacement
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT FILTER REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Disconnect the fittings at each end of the A/C filter.
3. Remove the A/C filter from the line.
4. Remove the O-rings.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Lubricate the new O-rings using 525 viscosity mineral base oil.
2. Install the O-rings to the new filter.
3. Install the new A/C filter.
Ensure that the arrow points toward the evaporator.
4. Tighten the fittings, making sure that the A/C line is bottomed out into the filter on both ends.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
5. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system.
6. Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A.