Installing The Condenser-Fluid Tank Line

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Push line into the plenum panel via the wheel housing and press rubber sleeve into place. Ensure that rubber sleeve is fitted correctly.

Fig 1: Installing Line Into Plenum Panel
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When loosening or tightening the refrigerant lines with line connections , always counter with the special tool assembly tool 9822 if possible.

When loosening or tightening the refrigerant lines with connections to air-conditioning components (e.g. condenser) , always counter with a size 21 open-ended wrench.
Clip line into the line holder at the top, insert line into the condenser and screw down with -2- fastening screw. → Tightening torque: 14 Nm (10.5 ftlb.)

Fig 2: Installing Fastening Screw
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Before re-installing the component, check the O-rings of the refrigerant lines for damage and replace them if necessary.

Wet the O-rings of the refrigerant lines with refrigerant oil.

Close off all lines and connections using suitable stoppers during removal.

Do not open the stoppers for the lines and connections until shortly before installation.
Push together line in plenum panel and screw on with the -1- fastening screws. → Tightening torque: 20 Nm (15 ftlb.)

Fig 3: Installing Line Condenser Fastening Screw
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