Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .



2. Remove the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes (3) from the condenser tube (2) and the accumulator (5).
3. Loosen the right front wheelhouse to gain access to the clamp behind the wheelhouse.
4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



5. Remove the retaining nut (2) and the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes (3) from the auxiliary HVAC module.



6. Remove the heater/A/C tubes retaining nut (4) from the stud (1) at the frame (6).
7. Remove the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes (3) from the clamps (5).
8. Remove the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes from the vehicle.

1. Install the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes to the vehicle.



2. Install the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes (3) to the clamps (5).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the heater/A/C tubes retaining nut (4) to the stud (1) at the frame (6).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 7 N·m (62 lb in).




4. Install the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes (2, 3) and the retaining nut to the auxiliary HVAC module.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Install the right front wheelhouse. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement in Body Front End.



7. Install the auxiliary A/C evaporator tubes (3) to the condenser tube (2) and the accumulator (5).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

8. Recharge the refrigerant to the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
9. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .