Tools Required
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- J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
- J 43600 ACR 2000 Air Conditioning Service Center
- J 39893 Pressure Testing Connector
- With the sealing washers in place, install the J 39893 on the rear head of the A/C compressor.
- Connect the gage charging lines and the J 43600 .
- Pressurize the suction and the high-side of the A/C compressor with R-134a refrigerant.
- With the A/C compressor in a horizontal position, rotate by hand the A/C compressor shaft in the operating direction.
- Rotate the shaft several times.
- Using the J 39400
, check for leaks at the following locations:
- 6.1 Pressure relief valve
- 6.2 Rear head switch
- 6.3 Front head seal
- 6.4 Rear head seal
- 6.5 Through bolt head gaskets
- 6.6 A/C compressor shaft seal
- Perform the measures necessary to correct any external leaks found.
- Recheck for leaks following any repair.
- Recover the refrigerant.
- Disconnect the hoses from the J 39893 .
- Remove the J 39893 .