Suction Hose Replacement LY2, LMF, L76 and L92

Suction Hose Replacement LMM

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

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



2. Remove the suction hose mounting bolt (3) from the A/C compressor.

Discard the bolt.

3. Remove the suction hose (1) from the compressor.



4. Remove the suction hose nut from the accumulator.

Discard the nut.

5. Remove the suction hose from the accumulator.
6. Remove the suction hose from the vehicle.
7. Discard all of the used sealing washers. Cap the system openings.

1. Install the suction hose to the vehicle using new sealing washers.



2. Install the suction hose to the accumulator.

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 NEW suction hose nut to the accumulator.

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




4. Install the suction hose to the compressor (1).
5. Install the NEW suction hose mounting bolt (3).

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

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