Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls -3.4L.
2. Remove the cruise control module mounting bracket bolts.
3. Remove the cruise control module mounting bracket.
4. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
5. Remove the left wiper arm linkage nuts.

Reposition the left wiper arm linkage for access.




6. Remove the evaporator outlet tube to TXV nut.
7. Disconnect the evaporator outlet tube from the TXV.
8. Disconnect the evaporator inlet tube from the TXV.



9. Remove the evaporator outlet tube bracket bolt.
10. Remove the evaporator outlet tube to suction line fitting bolt.
11. Disconnect the evaporator outlet tube from the suction line.
12. Remove the evaporator outlet tube from the vehicle.
13. Remove and discard the sealing washers.

1. Using a lint-free clean, dry cloth, carefully clean the sealing surfaces of the A/C refrigerant line and the A/C refrigerant component.

Important: Flat washer type seals do not require lubrication.

2. Install the sealing washers.
3. Install the evaporator outlet tube to the vehicle.
4. Connect the evaporator outlet tube to the suction line.

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.

5. Install the evaporator outlet tube bolt at the suction line.

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

6. Connect the evaporator inlet tube to the evaporator outlet tube.
7. Connect the evaporator inlet and outlet tubes to the TXV.



8. Install the evaporator outlet tube nut at the TXV.

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




9. Install the evaporator outlet tube bracket bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 5.5 N·m (48.7 lb in).

10. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls -3.4L.
11. Install the left wiper arm linkage.
12. Install the left wiper arm linkage nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

13. Install the cruise control module mounting bracket.
14. Install the cruise control module mounting bracket bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

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