Evaporator Tube Replacement - Inlet

Evaporator Tube Replacement - Inlet

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Discharge and recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the air cleaner from the vehicle.
3. Remove the Air Conditioning (A/C) refrigerant pressure switch from the evaporator inlet pipe.
4. Remove the evaporator inlet pipe (2) at the bulkhead fitting.
5. Disconnect the pipe fitting in front of the condenser fan, which disconnects the evaporator inlet pipe from the receiver/dryer outlet pipe.
6. Remove the evaporator inlet pipe from the inner fender retaining clip.
7. Remove the evaporator inlet pipe from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Coat new O-rings with mineral base 525 Viscosity refrigerant oil.
2. Install the O-rings to the evaporator inlet pipe (2).
3. Install the evaporator inlet pipe (2) to the vehicle. Secure the evaporator inlet pipe at the inner fender retaining clip.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Connect the evaporator inlet pipe to the receiver/dryer outlet pipe.

Tighten
Tighten the pipe fitting to 35 N.m (26 lb ft)

5. Connect the evaporator inlet pipe at the bulkhead fitting.

Tighten
Tighten the pipe fitting to 35 N.m (26 lb ft)

6. Install the A/C refrigerant pressure switch to the evaporator inlet pipe.
7. Install the air cleaner to the vehicle.
8. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
9. Operate the A/C system and inspect for refrigerant leaks. Refer to Leak Testing.