Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement (W/O C69-HP2)

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Fig 1: Expansion (Orifice) Tube (W/O C69-HP2)

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non-HP2) , Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (HP2) . Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Replacement . Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
1	Orifice Tube Fitting CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . TIP: Loosen orifice tub fitting and separate the pressure line to access the orifice. Tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	O-ring Seal TIP: Remove and discard O-ring. Refer to Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement .
3	Orifice Tube Assembly TIP: Use J 26549-E to remove orifice tube. Special Tools J 26549-E Orifice Tube Remover