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Installation Procedure

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  1. If replacing the accumulator, add refrigerant oil to the accumulator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities  for system capacity information.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Accumulator
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  2. Install the accumulator.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the accumulator bracket bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 4 N.m (36 lb in).

  4. Install new O-ring seals onto the A/C compressor hose and the suction hose. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
    5. Fig 2: A/C Compressor Hose & Nut At Accumulator
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  5. Install the A/C compressor hose to the accumulator.
  6. Install the A/C compressor hose nut to the accumulator.

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

    7. Fig 3: Suction Hose At Accumulator
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  7. Connect the suction hose to the accumulator
  8. Tighten the suction hose nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).

  9. Install the air cleaner assembly.
  10. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  11. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A  . See Special Tools .
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