A/C Suction Hose/Line Replacement

Fig 70 Suction Line Routing Clip:

REMOVAL
1. Remove refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery machine.
2. Remove suction line clip at right strut tower.

Fig 71 Quick Connect Clip:

3. Remove quick connect clip. Disconnect quick connect at expansion valve end using Special Tool Kit 7193.

CAUTION: Cap all lines that are not being replaced and cap the expansion valve tubes.

Fig 72 Suction Line At Compressor:

4. Disconnect line at compressor end.
5. Remove suction line from vehicle.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
- Tighten bolts to 22 Nm (200 in lb).