Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the accumulator tube nut from the evaporator.



3. Remove the accumulator tube and the evaporator hose from the evaporator.
4. Loosen the accumulator tube nut at the accumulator.



5. Remove the accumulator tube from the accumulator.
6. Remove the accumulator tube from the vehicle.
7. Remove and discard the O-rings from the accumulator tube and the evaporator hose.

1. Install the new O-rings to the accumulator tube and the evaporator hose. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
2. Install the accumulator tube to the vehicle.
3. Install the accumulator tube to the accumulator.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the accumulator tube nut to the accumulator.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).




5. Install the accumulator tube and the evaporator hose to the evaporator.



6. Install the evaporator hose nut to the evaporator.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

7. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
8. Leak test the fittings of the A/C component using the J 39400-A .