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Air Conditioning Unit: Installation

  1. INSTALL A/C UNIT
    Fig 1: Install A/C Unit
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    1. Install the A/C unit with the 2 nuts. 
    2. w/ Rear duct: Install the rear duct.
    3. Install the drain hose.
  2. INSTALL BLOWER UNIT (See  INSTALLATION  ) 
  3. INSTALL PIPE GROMMETS 
  4. INSTALL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND REINFORCEMENT (See  INSTALLATION  ) 
  5. CONNECT LIQUID TUBE AND SUCTION TUBE 
    1. Connect both tubes.
    2. Install the 2 piping clamps.
      Fig 2: Installing Piping Clamps
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    3. After connection, check the fitting for claw of the piping clamp.
      Fig 3: Checking Fitting For Claw Of Piping Clamp
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  6. CONNECT WATER HOSES TO HEATER RADIATOR PIPE 
    Fig 4: Connecting Water Hoses To Heater Radiator Pipe
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    1. Connect the 2 heater hoses.
    2. Push the water hose onto the heater radiator pipe as further as the grommet.
    3. Install the hose clip in a position, as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 5: Identifying Proper Hose Clamp Position
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    4. Using pliers, grip the claw of the hose clip and slide the hose clip.
  7. FILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  8. CHARGE REFRIGERANT TO REFRIGERATION SYSTEM 
    1. Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
    2. Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

    Specified amount: 500 +/- 50 g (17.64 +/- 1.76 oz.)