Installation Procedure
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- Install a new O-ring seal. Refer to O-RING REPLACEMENT in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the evaporator tube to the condenser.
Tighten
Tighten the evaporator tube to 28 N.m (21 Ib. ft).
- Install the lower radiator hose.
- Install a new O-ring seal. Refer to O-RING REPLACEMENT in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
- Install the evaporator tube to the evaporator.
Tighten
Tighten the evaporator tube to 28 N.m (21 Ib. ft).
- Install the evaporator tube clip to the accumulator.
- Install the evaporator tube retaining screw.
Tighten
Tighten the screw to 1.9 N.m (17 Ib. in).
- Install the battery. Refer to BATTERY REPLACEMENT in Engine Electrical.
- Evacuate and recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
- Leak test the fittings components using the J 39400-A.