A/C - Refrigerant Pipe Replacement
No.: TSB-03-55-006REVDATE: October, 2003
MODEL: See Below
SUBJECT:
A/C REFRIGERANT PIPE REPLACEMENT
PURPOSE
This bulletin contains information concerning A/C receiver outlet pipe replacement. The A/C pipe originally installed on most affected vehicles differs from the part supplied as a service replacement.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The A/C pipe assembly installed on the affected vehicles can have a different configuration than the parts supplied as a replacement. The longer pipe of the two-pipe assembly may be a single piece on the production vehicle. The routing of the pipe would make it difficult to remove and replace as a one-piece unit. The service replacement part is supplied in two pieces. The original longer pipe must be cut for removal.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2000-04 Eclipse 3.0L V6 (All)
2001-04 Eclipse Spyder 3.0L V6 (All)
PROCEDURE
The original A/C pipe must be cut for removal. See the illustration.
Refer to Group 55 in the service manual for installation information for the 2-piece replacement service part. The service manual information shows only the 2-piece replacement part, with no information about the original. Refer to the PARTS INFORMATION section of this bulletin for the correct part number for this 2-piece replacement part. At this time, CAPS does not show a diagram of the actual 2-piece replacement part and does not contain the correct part number information. CAPS revisions are being developed.
Pay close attention to the tightening torque values.
PARTS INFORMATION
Use the genuine Mitsubishi Part shown.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
In the event of a warranty replacement, refer to your LOTS Manual for labor time and code. This bulletin is for service information only, not warranty authorization.