Installation Procedure
- Install NEW sealing washers (3) to the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly (2). Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
- Install the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly (2) to the vehicle.
- Install the air conditioning evaporator hose (2) to the retainers.
- Install the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly (2) to the thermal expansion valve.
- Install the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly nut (1) at thermal expansion valve and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Install the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly (2) to the front suspension strut housing.
- Install the air conditioning compressor hose retaining fasteners (1) to the front suspension strut housing and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install NEW sealing washers (3) to the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly (2). Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
- Install the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly (2) to the condenser.
- Install the air conditioning evaporator hose assembly nut (1) at condenser and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Install NEW sealing washers (3) to the air conditioning compressor hose assembly (2). Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
- Install the air conditioning compressor hose assembly (2) to the evaporator hose assembly.
- Install the air conditioning compressor hose assembly nut (1) to the evaporator hose and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Install the front bumper fascia assembly. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
- Install the right engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
- Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (LTG) .
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
- Evacuate and charge the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .