Dual Construction A/C Pipe

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The A/C pipe unit installed between the engine compartment and the evaporator is the dual construction type.

The discharge pipe (high pressure) is built inside the suction pipe (low pressure).

This design is effective for lowering refrigerant temperatures in the discharge pipe, which helps to improve cooling performance.

Fig 1: Identifying Dual Construction A/C Pipe Installed Position

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