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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 42220 Universal Leak Detection Lamp
    • J 44551 Suction Screen Kit

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the air cleaner layer. Refer to Air Cleaner Replacement .
  2. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .

  3. Object Number: 812271  Size: SH
  4. Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly bolt.
  5. Separate the A/C compressor hose assembly from the A/C compressor.
  6. Important: The suction screens are available in 3 different sizes.

  7. Select the proper size removal tool (1) from J 44551 .
  8. Remove the suction screen using J 44551-31 suction screen remover.
  9. 6.1. Thread the forcing screw into the suction screen.
    6.2. Tighten the nut on the forcing screw to remove the suction screen.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 812268  Size: SH
  1. Insert J 44551-6 sizing tool (1) into the suction hose to select the correct size suction screen.
  2. Insert the suction screen into the suction hose.

  3. Object Number: 812269  Size: SH
  4. Install J 44551-3 mandrel (1) to J 44551-5.

  5. Object Number: 812270  Size: SH
  6. Install J 44551-5 suction screen installer (3) over the end of the suction hose and the suction screen (2).
  7. Important: Correct placement of J 44551-5 is critical.

  8. Tighten the forcing screw of J 44551-5.
  9. The suction screen is fully installed when the screen is flush with the end of the suction hose.

  10. Remove J 44551-5 suction screen tool from the suction hose.
  11. Replace the seal washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  12. Install the A/C compressor hose assembly to the A/C compressor.
  13. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  14. Install the A/C compressor hose assembly bolt.
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 50 N·m (37 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 J 42220 .
  18. Install the air cleaner layer. Refer to Air Cleaner Replacement .