Installation Procedure
- Add the proper amount of PAG oil to the accumulator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
- Install new O-ring seals. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
- Install the retaining bracket (6) to the accumulator.
- Install the retaining bracket bolt (5).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the accumulator (3).
- Install the accumulator bracket nut (4).
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install the nut (2) to the evaporator fitting.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the compressor hose to the accumulator.
- Install the compressor hose nut to the accumulator.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Connect the electrical connector to the A/C low pressure switch.
- Evacuate and recharge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
.