A/C Pipe

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION:

Since the auto A/C model uses the variable displacement compressor, be careful of the following items.
- Do not start the engine before charging refrigerant.
- If the engine is started with no refrigerant charge, replace the compressor assembly.
If the hose and pipe has been replaced, add an appropriate amount of compressor oil to the compressor. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER (EXCEPT FOR HEV)>COMPRESSOR OIL>ADJUSTMENT .
Replace the O-rings with new parts, and then apply compressor oil to install completely.
When connecting pipes, do not apply an excessive force to them. After installation, check that the pipes are not damaged.

Install the pipe - evaporator cooling.
1. Install the pipe - evaporator cooling.
  Tightening torque:
  
  7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
2. Connect the connector of the pressure switch or pressure sensor.
3. Install the engine harness bracket.
4. Install the battery cable bracket.
5. Connect the connector and harness of the main fuse box.
6. Connect the upper connector of the engine control module (ECM). Ref. to FUEL INJECTION (FUEL SYSTEMS) (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)>INSTALLATION .
7. Install the vacuum hose.
Install the hose - pressure suction. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER (EXCEPT FOR HEV)>HOSE AND PIPE>INSTALLATION>LOW-PRESSURE HOSE .
Install the hose - pressure suction discharge. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER (EXCEPT FOR HEV)>HOSE AND PIPE>INSTALLATION>HIGH-PRESSURE HOSE .
Install the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>AIR INTAKE BOOT>INSTALLATION .
Install the battery and battery tray. Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DO (EXCEPT FOR HEV))>BATTERY>INSTALLATION .
Charge refrigerant, Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER (EXCEPT FOR HEV)>REFRIGERANT CHARGING PROCEDURE>PROCEDURE .