Front Section
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
LHD model shown. RHD model similar.
- Position the front section of the A/C suction line (2) into the engine compartment.
- Remove the tape or plugs from the fittings that connect the front section of the A/C suction line to the rear section of the A/C suction line (3).
- Lubricate a new dual plane seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it onto the suction line fitting. Use only the specified seal as it is made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
- Connect the front section of the A/C suction line to the rear section of the A/C suction line.
- Install the nut (1) that secures the front section of the A/C suction line to the rear section of the A/C suction line. Tighten the nut to 22 N.m (16 ft. lbs.).
- Remove the tape or plugs from the fitting on the front section of the A/C suction line (3) and the inlet port of the A/C compressor (5).
- Lubricate a new dual plane seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it onto the suction line fitting. Use only the specified seal as it is made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
- Connect the A/C suction line to the A/C compressor.
- Install the nut (2) that secures the front section of the A/C suction line to the A/C compressor. Tighten the nut to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
- Install the air cleaner housing (refer to appropriate ENGINE SERVICE INFORMATION article.
- Reconnect the negative battery cable.
- Evacuate the refrigerant system (Refer to REFRIGERANT SYSTEM EVACUATE ).
- Charge the refrigerant system (Refer to REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CHARGE ).