Section 75 (HVAC - Plumbing): Accumulator: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: (Refer to WARNING ) AND (Refer to CAUTION ) BEFORE PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING OPERATION.

Install the accumulator and retaining band as a unit by sliding the screw in the band into the slotted hole in the support bracket on the dash panel.
Remove the tape or plugs from the refrigerant line fittings on the accumulator inlet tube and the evaporator outlet tube. Connect both refrigerant lines to the accumulator. Tighten the fasteners to 25.99 +/-3.39 N.m (230 +/-30 in. lbs.).
Tighten the accumulator retaining band screw to 4.5 N.m (40 in. lbs.).
Plug the wire harness connector into the low pressure cycling clutch switch.
Connect the battery negative cable.
Evacuate the refrigerant system. See REFRIGERANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Charge the refrigerant system. See REFRIGERANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE .

NOTE: If the accumulator is replaced, add 90 milliliters (3 fluid ounces) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the compressor in the vehicle.