FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Evaporator Drain Tube: Testing and Inspection






Condensation Water Drain Hose with Valve, Checking

- Remove the footwell trim on the front passenger side.

Condensation water drain hose - 1 - must be able to be connected to the connection of heating and A/C unit - 2 - without pre-tension.






The condensation water hose must not be constricted in its cross section through the insulation mat.

- Rework the insulation mat, if necessary.

Condensation water hose must sit securely on connection for condensation water hose on heating and A/C unit.

- The valve is located in the lower right of the engine compartment below the plenum chamber bulkhead.

For the purpose of a better illustration, the valve - 1 - is shown with subframe removed.






The condensation drainage valve may not be bonded by wax or underbody protection, it must close correctly.

- Raise the vehicle and check the valve - 1 - from underneath.