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Repair Procedures: Replacement

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  1. Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.
  2. Replace faulty tube or hose.
    CAUTION: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
  3. Tighten joint of bolt or nut to specified torque.
    CAUTION: Connections should not be torqued tighter than the specification.
    Tightening Torque N.m kgf.m lb.ft
    Condenser - Discharge hose 7.8 - 11.8 0.8 - 1.2 5.8 - 8.7
    Condenser - Liquid tube
    Compressor - Discharge hose 7.8 - 11.8 0.8 - 1.2 5.8 - 8.7
    Compressor - Suction hose
    Expansion valve - Evaporator 7.8 - 11.8 0.8 - 1.2 5.8 - 8.7
  4. Evacuate air in refrigeration system and charge system with refrigerant.

    Specified Amount  : 550 ± 25 g (22.9 ± 0.88 oz.)

  5. Inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

    Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.

  6. Inspect A/C operation.
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