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A/C Suction Hose/Line Replacement

REMOVAL

WARNING: THE REFRIGERANT MUST BE RECOVERED BEFORE SERVICING ANY PART OF THE REFRIGERANT SYSTEMS.

1. Using a R-134a refrigerant recovery machine, remove the refrigerant from A/C system.

Fig.27 Expansion Valve Center Bolt:




2. Remove retaining bolt at expansion valve.
3. Remove line at expansion valve.

Fig.28 A/C Compressor Suction Line:




4. Remove line at compressor.

INSTALLATION

WARNING: THE REFRIGERANT MUST BE RECOVERED BEFORE SERVICING ANY PART OF THE REFRIGERANT SYSTEMS.

1. Install the suction line at the compressor.
2. Install the suction line at the expansion valve.
3. Position the expansion valve and install the retaining bolt.
4. Evacuate the A/C system.
5. Recharge the refrigerant system.