Evaporator Core Orifice: Removal

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Fig 1: Disconnecting Condenser To Evaporator Line At Orifice Tube

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CAUTION:

Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.

Disconnect the condenser to evaporator line at the orifice tube. Refer to SPRING LOCK COUPLING .

Fig 2: Installing Special Tool Onto A/C Evaporator Core Orifice
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Engage the special tool onto the A/C evaporator core orifice.

Fig 3: Removing A/C Evaporator Core Orifice
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Hold the special tool T-handle stationary and rotate the special tool body to remove the A/C evaporator core orifice.

Fig 4: Drilling Special Tool End
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If the A/C evaporator core orifice is broken, screw the end of the special tool into the broken A/C evaporator core orifice.

Fig 5: Removing Broken A/C Evaporator Core Orifice
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Hold the special tool T-handle stationary and rotate the special tool body to remove the broken A/C evaporator core orifice.