Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

Important: Seal the A/C system ports after the hose is removed in order to keep A/C system from being contaminated.

1. Recover the refrigerant from the air conditioning (A/C) system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the right engine mount strut. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side .
3. Remove the windshield washer solvent heater. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Replacement .
4. Remove the injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
5. Remove the upper tie bar. Refer to Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement .

1

A/C Evaporator Hose Retaining Nut

Tighten
16 N·m (12 lb ft)

2

Sealing Washer

Tip
Remove and discard the sealing washer. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

3

A/C Evaporator Hose Retaining Bolt

Tighten
6 N·m (53 lb in)

4

A/C Evaporator Hose Retaining Nut

Tighten
16 N·m (12 lb ft)

5

Sealing Washer

Tip
Remove and discard the sealing washer. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

6

A/C Evaporator Hose Retaining Nut

Tighten
16 N·m (12 lb ft)

7

Sealing Washer

Tip
Remove and discard the sealing washer. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

8

A/C Evaporator Hose Assembly.

Tip
Leak test the fittings using J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector.