Installation Procedure
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- Install the discharge hose (1) to the vehicle.
- Connect the electrical connector to the A/C recirculation switch.
- Install the discharge hose to the condenser using new sealing washers. Refer to SEALING WASHER REPLACEMENT
.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the discharge hose nut to the condenser.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the upper air baffle. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT -- UPPER in Engine Cooling.
- Install the discharge hose (1) to the A/C compressor using new sealing washers. Refer to SEALING WASHER REPLACEMENT .
- Install the discharge hose mounting bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.