Removal And Installation For Low-Pressure Flexible Hose And Muffler Pipe

REFRIGERANT LINES


Removal and Installation for Low-Pressure Flexible Hose and Muffler Pipe


NOTE:
The QR25DE models are equipped with a two piece low-pressure flexible hose and muffler pipe. The
MR20DE models are a one piece low-pressure flexible hose and muffler assembly.

REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. HFC-134A (R-134A) Service Procedure.
2. Remove the cowl extension panel (QR25DE only). Service and Repair.
3. Reposition the lower dash insulator.
4. Remove the low-pressure flexible hose (with muffler on MR20DE only) and muffler pipe as an assembly
(QR25DE only). Locations.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the hose with a suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of contaminants.
5. Separate the low-pressure flexible hose and muffler pipe as necessary (QR25DE only). Locations, "Component".

CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the hose with a suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of contaminants.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Replace the O-rings on the low-pressure flexible hose and muffler pipe with new ones, then apply A/C oil to them for installation.
- After recharging the refrigerant, check for leaks. Checking Of Refrigerant Leaks.