High-Pressure Pipe
COOLER PIPE AND HOSE
HIGH-PRESSURE PIPE : Removal and Installation
CAUTION:
Perform lubricant return operation before each refrigeration system disassembly. However, if a large amount of refrigerant or lubricant is detected, never perform lubricant return operation. Perform Lubricant Return Operation.
REMOVAL
1.Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant. Recycle Refrigerant.
2.Remove low-pressure flexible hose. Low-Pressure Flexible Hose.
3.Remove mounting bolt (A), and then disconnect high-pressure pipe (1).
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping and condenser with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
White arrow indicates : Vehicle front
4.Remove high-pressure pipe (1) fixing clips (B), and then remove high-pressure pipe from the vehicle.
White arrow indicates : Vehicle front
INSTALLATION
Note the following items, and then install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- Replace O-rings with new ones. Then apply compressor oil to them when installing.
- Check for leakages when recharging refrigerant. Leak Test.