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Special Tools

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure

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

  2. Object Number: 769765  Size: SH
  3. Remove the evaporator outlet hose retaining nut (5) from the accumulator.

  4. Object Number: 769799  Size: SH
  5. Remove the compressor inlet hose retaining nut (2).
  6. Disconnect the low pressure sensor electrical connector.

  7. Object Number: 769756  Size: SH
  8. Remove the retaining nuts (3) from the accumulator retaining bracket.
  9. Remove the accumulator (5) from the bracket.
  10. Remove the sealing washers.

Installation Procedure

  1. Add oil to the accumulator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities.

  2. Object Number: 769756  Size: SH
  3. Install the accumulator (5) to the bracket.
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Install the nuts (3) to the accumulator retaining bracket.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  7. Connect the low pressure sensor electrical connector.
  8. Install new sealing washers. Refer to O-Ring Replacement.
  9. Install the evaporator outlet hose.
  10. Install the evaporator outlet hose retaining nut (5) to the accumulator.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

  12. Install the compressor inlet hose.

  13. Object Number: 769799  Size: SH
  14. Install the compressor inlet hose retaining nut (2) to the accumulator.
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

  16. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
  17. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .