Attaching the refrigerant lines to the air conditioning compressor

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Precondition

All the negative battery cables are disconnected.

Replace sealing rings (1) on refrigerant lines (2) .
Parts: Sealing ring

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Insert and install the coolant lines (2) .
Tighten the screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Refrigerant line on air conditioning compressor
M8	tightening torque	19 Nm

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CAUTION: Improper routing of the positive battery cable.
Risk of short circuits!

Route the positive battery cable without abrasions and do not trap.

Insert the positive battery cable (2) and install it.
Tighten nut (1) .

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Positive battery cable to the alternator
M8	Tightening torque	19 Nm

Connect connectors (3) and lock.
The connector (3) must engage audibly.