Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39500-B R-134a Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and Recharging (ACR4) System

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
2. Switch the connection on the discharge line.
3. Remove the cruise control module, if equipped.
4. Disconnect the accumulator to compressor suction line at the accumulator (1).
5. Remove the upper closeout panel.
6. Disconnect the connection at the condenser (3).
7. Raise and support the vehicle.
8. Remove the fitting at the rear head of the compressor (4).

IMPORTANT: Remove and discard the following components:
^ The used O-ring seals
^ The sealing washers

9. Remove the compressor/condenser hose assembly (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the compressor/condenser hose assembly (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Use the new sealing washers in order to seal the fitting to the rear head of the compressor (4). Refer to O-Ring/Flat Washer Description.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Connect the suction line at the accumulator (1). Use a new O-ring seal.

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

5. Connect the connection at the condenser (3). Use a new O-ring seal.

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

6. Switch the connection on the discharge line.
7. Install the cruise control module.
8. Install the upper closeout panel.
9. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
10. Perform the system check. Refer to Functional Check.
11. Perform the leak test. Refer to Leak Testing.