A/C Liquid Hose/Line Replacement

REMOVAL
1. Remove refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery machine. Refer to: Heating and Air Conditioning, Service and Repair, Refrigerant System Evacuate, Refrigerant System Evacuate

2. Remove A/C plumbing to expansion valve fastener using a M13 Hex wrench. Remove suction line block from expansion valve, cap and swing out of the way.

CAUTION: Cap off all lines that are not being replaced. Cap/plug the expansion valve and condenser fittings.

3. Disconnect filter/drier bracket fastener and separate bracket from strut panel (there are two hidden plastic fasteners to pry out).
4. Disconnect liquid line fastener at condenser (M13 Hex).

NOTE: Radiator upper crossmember must be removed to access the liquid line fastener.

5. Remove liquid line from vehicle. Cap off all fittings if reusing to prevent moisture from entering system.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Then torque liquid line fasteners as follows: TXV and condenser: 15 ft-lbs. Plastic bracket and screws: 5 ft-lbs.