Fitting the Pipe Between the Coupling And the Refrigerant Reservoir On the Bulkhead
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Always use new O-rings.
Fit:
- the pipe clips
- the O-rings
Fit the coupling on the bulkhead.
Tighten the coupling, holding the pipe with an adjustable wrench (the nut is welded).
Oil O-rings with AC compressor oil
Remove the seals.
Connect the pipe and tighten the bolts by hand.
Tighten:
- the bolt at the coupling to 13 Nm .
- the bolt at the evaporator to 10 Nm .