Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement

EVAPORATOR HOSE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Loosen the evaporator hose nut.




3. Disconnect the A/C evaporator hose (2) from the orifice valve.
4. Remove the evaporator hose nut.




5. Disconnect the A/C evaporator hose from the accumulator.




6. Remove the evaporator hose nut from the evaporator.
7. Remove the A/C evaporator hose from the evaporator.




8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the sensor.
9. Disconnect the surge tank hose from the surge tank.
10. Cap off the surge tank and line to prevent coolant leakage.
11. Pry up to remove the A/C line clip from the rail.
12. Remove the A/C evaporator hose from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Position the A/C evaporator hose in the vehicle.
2. Install the A/C evaporator hose clip to the rail.




3. Install the A/C evaporator hose to the evaporator.

IMPORTANT: Inspect the seal washers for damage before reinstalling the A/C lines and hoses. If any damage is noted during inspection, the suspect seal must be replaced. Flat washer type seals do not require lubrication.

4. Install the evaporator line fastener.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).




5. Connect the electrical connector to the temperature sensor.




6. Install the evaporator hose to the accumulator.

Tighten
Tighten the connection to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).




7. Install the A/C evaporator hose (2) to the orifice solenoid.

Tighten
Tighten the connection to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

8. Remove the caps the surge tank and hose.
9. Connect the surge tank hose to the surge tank.
10. Recharge the A/C system.
11. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.