Heating & Air Conditioning - Service Information: Removal & Installation Dodge Avenger II facelift

REMOVAL

Scheme 8

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. On RHD models, remove the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S10278936882012071300000) .
3. Disconnect the wire harness connector (1) from the blend door actuator (2) located on the left side of the HVAC air distribution housing (3).
4. Remove the two screws (4) that secure the blend door actuator to the air distribution housing and remove the actuator.

INSTALLATION

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Position the blend door actuator (2) onto the left side of the HVAC air distribution housing (3). If necessary, rotate the actuator slightly to align the splines on the actuator output shaft with those in the blend air door linkage.
2. Install the two screws (4) that secure the blend door actuator to the air distribution housing. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the wire harness connector (1) to the blend door actuator.
4. On RHD models, install the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S21930804692012071300000) .
5. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
6. Initiate the Actuator Calibration function using a scan tool. Refer to the appropriate Electrical Diagnostic article. .

Scheme 9

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S10278936882012071300000) .
3. Remove the screws (1) that secure the mode door actuator (4) to the bracket (5) located on the right side of the HVAC air distribution housing (2).
4. Disconnect the wire harness connector (3) from the mode door actuator and remove the actuator.

1. Position the mode door actuator (4) onto the bracket (5) located on the right side of the HVAC air distribution housing (2). If necessary, rotate the actuator slightly to align the splines on the actuator output shaft with those in the mode air door linkage.
2. Install the screws (1) that secure the mode door actuator to the air distribution housing. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the wire harness connector (3) to the mode door actuator.
4. Install the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S21930804692012071300000) .
5. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
6. Initiate the Actuator Calibration function using a scan tool. Refer to the appropriate Electrical Diagnostic article. .

Note. Illustration shown with instrument panel removed for clarity.

Scheme 10

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S10278936882012071300000) .
3. Reach through the glove box opening in the instrument panel and remove the screws (1) that secure the recirculation door actuator (2) to the right side of the HVAC air inlet housing (3).
4. Disconnect the wire harness connector (4) from the recirculation door actuator and remove the actuator.

Note. Illustrations shown with instrument panel removed for clarity.

Scheme 11

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Position the recirculation door actuator (1) to the right side of the HVAC air inlet housing (2).
2. Install the recirculation door actuator onto the air inlet housing. If necessary, rotate the actuator slightly to align the splines on the actuator output shaft (3) with those on the recirculation door pivot shaft adapter (4).
3. Install the screws (1) that secure the recirculation door actuator (2) to the air inlet housing (3). Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.).
4. Connect the instrument panel wire harness connector (4) to the recirculation door actuator.
5. Install the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S21930804692012071300000) .
6. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
7. Initiate the Actuator Calibration function using a scan tool. Refer to the appropriate Electrical Diagnostic article. .

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The A/C-heater control for the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) single zone system maintains the interior comfort level desired by the vehicle operator. This is accomplished by use of an infrared sensor located in the overhead console that measures the surface temperature of the driver and front seat passenger. Based on the sensor input, the system automatically adjusts the air temperature, airflow volume, airflow distribution and amount of inside air recirculation to maintain front seat occupant comfort, even under changing outside weather conditions. All controls are identified by ISO graphic symbols.

This ATC system offers several manual override features such as fan speed, airflow distribution and when the outside air contains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, the interior air can be recirculated by pressing the recirculation button.

The heating-A/C system uses electrically operated controls. These controls provide the vehicle operator with a number of setting options to help control the climate and comfort within the vehicle.

The A/C-heater control is located in the instrument panel and contains

1. a rotary control for manual and automatic blower motor speed selection and to turn the blower motor off (1).
2. a rotary control for temperature control of the discharged air (2).
3. a rotary control for manual and automatic mode control of the discharged air (3).
4. a push-button control with indicator lamp for manual recirculation control of the discharged air (4).
5. a push-button control with indicator lamp to manually turn the A/C system on and off (5).
6. a push-button control with indicator lamp to turn the rear window defogger system on and off (6).

The A/C-heater control for the ATC heating and A/C system obtains vehicle speed, engine speed, engine coolant temperature, ambient temperature and refrigerant system head pressure data from the CAN-B bus and is diagnosed using a scan tool. Refer to the appropriate Electrical Diagnostic article. .

Prior to replacing an A/C-heater control, check for any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) related to the heating-A/C system and run the Actuator Calibration function using a scan tool to verify that the concern is not a system issue. Refer to the appropriate Electrical Diagnostic article. .

The A/C-heater control cannot be adjusted or repaired and must be replaced if inoperative or damaged.

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1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the console bezel (1) and place it on a workbench. Refer to «BEZEL, INSTRUMENT PANEL, CONSOLE, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S24167611522012071300000) .
3. Remove the four screws (2) that secure the A/C-heater control (3) to the back of the console bezel and remove the control.

1. Position the A/C-heater control (3) onto the back of the console bezel (1).
2. Install the four screws (2) that secure the A/C-heater control to the console bezel. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.).
3. Install the console bezel. Refer to «BEZEL, INSTRUMENT PANEL, CONSOLE, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S39671321312012071300000) .
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable. NOTE: When installing a new A/C-heater control, or reinstalling the original control, the A/C-heater control will automatically run the Actuator Calibration function when the ignition switch is initially turned to ON. However, the Actuator Calibration function must be manually initiated using a scan tool if the A/C-heater control was previously installed in another vehicle.
5. If required, initiate the Actuator Calibration function using a scan tool. Refer to the appropriate Electrical Diagnostic article. .

Scheme 14

The blower motor power module is mounted to the bottom of the HVAC housing, on the passenger side of the vehicle. The blower motor power module consists of a molded plastic mounting plate (1) with an integral connector receptacle (2). Concealed behind the mounting plate is the power module electronic circuitry (3) and a finned aluminum heat sink (4). The blower motor power module is accessed for service from under the instrument panel.

Scheme 15

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the wire harness connector (1) from the blower motor power module (2) located at the bottom of the HVAC housing (3) on the passenger side of the vehicle.
3. Remove the two screws (4) that secure the blower motor power module to the HVAC housing and remove the power module.

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Position the blower motor power module (2) into the bottom of the HVAC housing (3).
2. Install the two screws (4) that secure the blower motor power module to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screws to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the wire harness connector (1) to the blower motor power module.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

Scheme 16

The evaporator temperature sensor measures the temperature of the conditioned air downstream of the A/C evaporator. The evaporator temperature sensor is an electrical thermistor (1) mounted on the end of a molded plastic housing (2) that is inserted into the driver side of the HVAC housing near the coldest point of the A/C evaporator. The evaporator temperature sensor is retained in the HVAC housing by two integral retaining tabs (3) and is connected to the vehicle electrical system by use of a wire lead and connector (4) with two terminals.

Scheme 17

Note. Illustration shown with air distribution housing removed for clarity.

Note. It is not necessary to remove and disassemble the HVAC housing to service the evaporator temperature sensor. The evaporator temperature sensor can be removed for service from underneath the instrument panel.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Reach up under the driver side of the instrument panel and disconnect the electrical connector for the evaporator temperature sensor (1) from the instrument panel wire harness.
3. Remove the evaporator temperature sensor electrical connector from the side of the HVAC housing (2).
4. Using needle nose pliers, carefully pull the evaporator temperature sensor straight out of the side of the HVAC housing.
5. Route the electrical connector and wire lead of the evaporator temperature sensor out from under the heater core tubes and remove the sensor from the vehicle.

Note. Illustration shown with air distribution housing removed for clarity.

1. Route the electrical connector and wire lead of the evaporator temperature sensor (1) under the heater core tubes located on the driver side of the HVAC housing (2).
2. Install the evaporator temperature sensor into the driver side of the HVAC housing. Make sure the retaining tabs (3) are fully engaged to the housing.
3. Connect the electrical connector for the evaporator temperature sensor to the instrument panel wire harness.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

Scheme 18

Note. Sedan model shown in illustration. Convertible model similar.

The infrared temperature sensor consists of an infrared transducer concealed behind a clear lens (2) located in a molded plastic housing with an integral wire connector receptacle (1) and mounting tab (3).

Scheme 19

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Using a small flat bladed tool, gently pry the sun sensor (1) out of the top of the instrument panel (3).
3. Disconnect the wire harness connector (2) and remove the sensor.

1. Position the sun sensor (1) near the instrument panel (3).
2. Connect the wiring harness connector (2) to the sun sensor.
3. Align the tab on the sun sensor with the slot in the opening of the instrument panel and gently push the sensor into the instrument panel. Make sure the sensor is fully engaged and lies flat in the instrument panel.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

Scheme 20

The A/C pressure transducer (1) is a switch that is installed on a fitting located on the A/C discharge line. An internally threaded fitting on the A/C pressure transducer connects it to the externally threaded Schrader-type fitting on the A/C discharge line. A rubber O-ring seals the connection between the A/C pressure transducer and the discharge line fitting. The A/C pressure transducer is connected to the vehicle electrical system by a molded plastic connector with three terminals.

Note. It is not necessary to discharge the refrigerant system to replace the A/C pressure transducer.

Scheme 21

Note. Typical A/C pressure transducer shown in illustration.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the wire harness connector (1) from the A/C pressure transducer (2) on the A/C discharge line (3) located near the right side of the radiator.
3. Remove the A/C pressure transducer from the A/C discharge line and remove and discard the O-ring seal (4).

Note. Use only the specified O-ring as it is made of special material for R-134a. Use only refrigerant oil of the type required for the A/C compressor.

Note. Typical A/C pressure transducer shown in illustration.

1. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal (4) with clean refrigerant oil and install it onto the A/C discharge line (3).
2. Install the A/C pressure transducer (2) onto the A/C discharge line. Tighten the A/C pressure transducer securely.
3. Connect the wire harness connector (1) to the A/C pressure transducer.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

Note. Take the proper precautions to protect the front face of the instrument panel from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.

Scheme 22

Note. LHD Chrysler model shown in illustration. Dodge and RHD models similar.

1. Remove the instrument panel and place it on a workbench. Refer to «PANEL, INSTRUMENT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S19587481862012071300000) .
2. Remove the left and right instrument panel air outlets. Refer to «OUTLET, AIR, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S35000437652012071300000) .
3. Remove the outer instrument panel ducts. Refer to «DUCT, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S05166687582012071300000) .
4. Remove the instrument panel top pad. Refer to «PAD, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S34815278372012071300000) .
5. Remove the demister ducts. Refer to «DUCT, INSTRUMENT PANEL DEMISTER, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S33480255962012071300000) .
6. Remove the three screws (3) that secure the defroster duct (1) to the instrument panel top cover (2).
7. Slide the defroster duct forward to disengage it from the instrument panel top cover and remove the duct.

Note. LHD Chrysler model shown in illustration. Dodge and RHD models similar.

1. Position the defroster duct (1) to the instrument panel top cover (2) and engage the duct to the cover.
2. Install the three screws (3) that secure the defroster duct to the instrument panel top cover. Tighten the screws to 2.2 N.m (20 in. lbs.).
3. Install the demister ducts. Refer to «DUCT, INSTRUMENT PANEL DEMISTER, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S42823544152012071300000) .
4. Install the instrument panel top pad. Refer to «PAD, INSTRUMENT PANEL, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S23106404972012071300000) .
5. Install the outer instrument panel ducts. Refer to «DUCT, INSTRUMENT PANEL, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S37108459512012071300000) .
6. Install the left and right instrument panel air outlets. Refer to «OUTLET, AIR, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S30355844832012071300000) .
7. Install the instrument panel. Refer to «PANEL, INSTRUMENT, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S06376687882012071300000) .

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

Scheme 23

Note. Illustration shown with instrument panel removed for clarity.

1. On LHD models, remove the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S10278936882012071300000) .
2. Disconnect the right floor duct (1) from the right side of the HVAC housing (2) and remove the duct.

Scheme 24

Note. Illustration shown with instrument panel removed for clarity.

1. On RHD models, remove the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S10278936882012071300000) .
2. On LHD models, disconnect the shift interlock cable (3) from the left floor duct (1) and position the cable out of the way.
3. Remove the screw (4) that secures the left floor duct to the left side of the HVAC housing (2).
4. Disconnect the left floor duct from the HVAC housing and remove the duct.

Scheme 25

1. Remove the instrument panel. Refer to «PANEL, INSTRUMENT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S19587481862012071300000) .
2. Remove the rear seat floor ducts. Refer to «REAR SEAT FLOOR DUCTS»(ref-485480-S09045625502012071300000) .
3. Disconnect the left rear floor distribution duct (1) and the right rear floor distribution duct (2) as required from the HVAC housing (3) and remove the duct(s).

Scheme 26

Note. Right side rear floor duct shown in illustration. Left side duct similar.

1. Remove the center floor console. Refer to «CONSOLE, CENTER»(ref-485483-S11935301272012071300000) .
2. Remove the front seat from the side of the vehicle being serviced. Refer to «SEAT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S36144973592012071300000) or «SEAT, FRONT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S34357351562012071300000) .
3. Pull the carpet back to gain access to the rear seat floor duct (2). Refer to «CARPET, FLOOR, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S31801773972012071300000) .
4. Remove the screw (1) and disengage the retainer that secures the rear seat floor duct to the floor support (4).
5. Disconnect the rear seat floor duct from the rear floor distribution duct (3) and remove the rear seat duct(s).

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

Note. Take the proper precautions to protect the front face of the instrument panel from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.

Note. LHD Chrysler model shown in illustrations. Dodge and RHD models similar.

Scheme 27

Note. Passenger side shown in illustration. Driver side similar.

1. Remove the instrument panel and place it on a workbench. Refer to «PANEL, INSTRUMENT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S19587481862012071300000) .
2. Remove the left and right instrument panel air outlet (1) from the instrument panel. Refer to «OUTLET, AIR, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S35000437652012071300000) .
3. Remove the screw (4) that secures the each outer instrument panel duct (2) to the instrument panel top cover (5).
4. Disconnect both outer instrument panel ducts from the center instrument panel duct (3) and remove the outer ducts.

Scheme 28

1. Remove the instrument panel and place it on a workbench. Refer to «PANEL, INSTRUMENT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S19587481862012071300000) .
2. Remove the left and right instrument panel air outlets. Refer to «OUTLET, AIR, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S35000437652012071300000) .
3. Remove the outer instrument panel ducts. Refer to «OUTER DUCTS»(ref-485480-S09530061022012071300000) .
4. Remove the instrument panel top pad. Refer to «PAD, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S34815278372012071300000) .
5. Remove the demister ducts. Refer to «DUCT, INSTRUMENT PANEL DEMISTER, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S33480255962012071300000) .
6. Remove the defroster duct. Refer to «DUCT, DEFROSTER, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S13457153632012071300000) .
7. Remove the screws (3) that secure the center instrument panel duct (1) to the instrument panel top cover (2).
8. Disengage the center instrument panel duct from the instrument panel top cover and remove the duct.

Note. LHD Chrysler model shown in illustrations. Dodge and RHD models similar.

Note. Take the proper precautions to protect the front face of the instrument panel from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.

Note. LHD Chrysler model shown in illustrations. Dodge and RHD models similar.

Scheme 29

1. Remove the instrument panel and place it on a workbench. Refer to «PANEL, INSTRUMENT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S19587481862012071300000) .
2. Remove the left and right instrument panel air outlets. Refer to «OUTLET, AIR, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S35000437652012071300000) .
3. Remove the outer instrument panel ducts. Refer to «DUCT, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S05166687582012071300000) .
4. Remove the instrument panel top pad. Refer to «PAD, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S34815278372012071300000) .
5. Remove the two screws (1) that secure the driver side demister duct (2) to the instrument panel top cover (3).
6. Disconnect the driver side demister duct from the defroster duct (4) and remove the demister duct.

Scheme 30

1. Remove the instrument panel and place it on a workbench. Refer to «PANEL, INSTRUMENT, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S19587481862012071300000) .
2. Remove the left and right instrument panel air outlets. Refer to «OUTLET, AIR, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S35000437652012071300000) .
3. Remove the outer instrument panel ducts. Refer to «DUCT, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S05166687582012071300000) .
4. Remove the instrument panel top pad. Refer to «PAD, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S34815278372012071300000) .
5. Remove the two screws (4) that secure the passenger side demister duct (1) to the instrument panel top cover (2).
6. Disconnect the passenger side demister duct from the defroster duct (3) and remove the demister duct.

Note. LHD Chrysler model shown in illustrations. Dodge and RHD models similar.

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

Scheme 31

Note. Illustration shown with instrument panel removed for clarity.

Scheme 32

1. Remove the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S10278936882012071300000) .
2. Disengage the two retaining tabs (1) that secure the particulate air filter cover (2) to the passenger side of the HVAC housing (3) and remove the cover.
3. Remove the particulate air filter (1) from the HVAC housing (2) by pulling the filter element straight out of the housing.

Note. The particulate air filter is labeled with an arrow to indicate air flow direction through the filter. Make sure to properly install the particulate air filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace the filter sooner than required by design.

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

Scheme 33

1. Install the particulate air filter (1) into the filter opening in the HVAC housing (2). Insert the particulate air filter directly into the housing with the arrow on the filter pointing to the floor.
2. Position the particulate air filter cover (2) to the HVAC housing (3) and engage the two retaining tabs (1) that secure the cover to the housing. Make sure the retaining tabs are fully engaged.
3. Install the glove box bin. Refer to «GLOVE BOX, INSTRUMENT PANEL, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S21930804692012071300000) .

Note. The blower motor is located on the bottom of the passenger side of the HVAC housing. The blower motor can be removed from the vehicle without having to remove the HVAC housing.

Scheme 34

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. If equipped, remove the silencer from below the passenger side of the instrument panel.
3. From underneath the instrument panel, disengage the connector lock and disconnect the instrument panel wire harness connector (1) from the blower motor (2).
4. Remove the three screws (3) that secure the blower motor and the wire lead bracket (4) (if equipped) to the bottom of the HVAC housing (5) and remove the blower motor.

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Position the blower motor (2) into the bottom of the HVAC housing (5).
2. Install the three screws (3) that secure the blower motor and the wire lead bracket (4) (if equipped) to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screws to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the instrument panel wire harness connector (1) to the blower motor and engage the connector lock.
4. If equipped, install the silencer below the passenger side of the instrument panel.
5. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

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Scheme 36

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the right front wheel. Refer to «REMOVAL»(ref-485473-S40943611502012071300000) .
5. Remove the three push-pin retainers (1) and three screws (2) that secure the front portion of the right front wheelhouse splash shield (3) to body (4) and position the front of the wheelhouse splash shield out of the way to gain access to the A/C accumulator.
6. Remove the nut (7) that secures the lower A/C suction line (8) to the accumulator outlet tube (9) and disconnect the suction line from the accumulator tube.
7. Remove the bolt (5) and retaining band (6) that secure the A/C accumulator to the mounting bracket (10).
8. Remove the nut (3) that secures the upper A/C suction line (2) to the accumulator inlet tube (4) and disconnect the suction line from the accumulator tube.
9. If necessary remove the accumulator mounting bracket from the body.
10. Remove and discard the O-ring seals and gaskets and install plugs in, or tape over the opened refrigerant line fittings and the accumulator ports.

Note. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Note. If only the A/C accumulator is being replaced, add 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.

Note. Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is disconnected. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

1. If removed, install the accumulator mounting bracket (10). Tighten the retaining bolts to 9 N.m (80 in. lbs.).
2. Remove the tape or plugs from all of the opened refrigerant line fittings and the accumulator ports.
3. Lubricate new rubber O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them and new gaskets onto the suction line and accumulator fittings. Use only the specified O-rings as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
4. Connect the upper A/C suction line (2) to the accumulator inlet tube (4) and install the retaining nut (3). Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the retaining band (6) and bolt (5) that secure the A/C accumulator (1) to the mounting bracket. Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
6. Connect the lower A/C suction line (8) to the accumulator outlet tube (9) and install the retaining nut (7). Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
7. Reposition the front of the right front wheel house splash shield (3) to the body (4) and install the three push-pin retainers (1) and the three screws (2). Tighten the screws securely.
8. Install the right front wheel. Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-485473-S08436569672012071300000) .
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Reconnect the negative battery cable. CAUTION: Do NOT run the engine with a vacuum pump in operation or with a vacuum present within the A/C system. Failure to follow this caution will result in serious A/C compressor damage.
11. Evacuate the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
12. If the A/C accumulator is being replaced, add 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to «OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S10373791782012071300000) . Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
13. Charge the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .

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Note. Denso 10SR17 shown in illustration. Denso 10SR18 similar.

3.6L models are equipped with the Denso 10SR18 A/C compressor (1). This A/C compressor is a fixed displacement, five double-acting piston, reciprocating swash plate-type compressor with a displacement of 180 cubic centimeters (10.9 cubic inches). The A/C compressor is clutch operated, with the suction and discharge ports (2) and integral high pressure relief valve (3) located near the rear of the compressor. The A/C compressor is secured to the engine with three bolts.

A label identifying the use of R-134a refrigerant and ND-8 PAG oil is located on the A/C compressor.

Scheme 38

2.4L 5-passenger models use a Denso 6SEU16 clutchless, variable displacement swashplate type A/C compressor (1). This A/C compressor has a total displacement of 160 cubic centimeters (9.7 cubic inches) and a control valve (2) and a high pressure relief valve (3) located on the back cover. The A/C compressor is secured to the engine with three bolts.

A label identifying the use of R-134a refrigerant and ND-8 PAG oil is located on the A/C compressor.

Scheme 39

Note. Typical A/C clutch assembly shown in illustration.

The clutch assembly for the Denso 10SR18 fixed displacement A/C compressors consists of a stationary electromagnetic A/C clutch coil (4), pulley bearing and pulley assembly (3), clutch plate (2) and shims (7). These components provide the means to engage and disengage the A/C compressor from the engine accessory drive belt.

The A/C clutch coil and the pulley bearing and pulley assembly are both retained on the nose of the A/C compressor with snap rings (5 and 6). The clutch plate is splined to the compressor shaft and secured with a bolt (1).

Scheme 40

Note. Typical clutchless A/C compressor pulley and drive hub shown in illustration.

The non-servicable hub and pulley assembly for the Denso 6SEU16 variable displacement A/C compressor provides the means to drive the A/C compressor using the engine accessory drive belt. The hub and pulley assembly consists of an aluminum drive hub (1) with composite tabs (2) that are positioned between rubber dampeners (3), which are located inside of a composite pulley (4).

The A/C pulley has a bearing (5) which is retained to the nose of the A/C compressor with a snap ring (6). The drive hub and shim (7) are retained to the compressor shaft by use of left handed threads.

Note. Illustrations shown with front fascia removed for clarity.

Scheme 41

Scheme 42

Scheme 43

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) . NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the hood latch from the upper radiator support for A/C condenser service.
3. Remove the upper radiator mounts from the radiator support. Refer to «RADIATOR, ENGINE COOLING, REMOVAL»(ref-485484-S16557845052012071300000) .
4. Carefully push the radiator (6) slightly rearward to gain access to the A/C condenser (2).
5. Remove the nut (1) that secures the A/C discharge line (7) to the discharge jumper line (5) located on the right side of the A/C condenser (3).
6. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the discharge jumper line and remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket.
7. Remove the nut (4) that secures the discharge jumper line to the A/C condenser.
8. Remove the bolt (2) that secures the discharge jumper line to the radiator.
9. Disconnect the discharge jumper line from the A/C condenser and remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket.
10. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened discharge and jumper line fittings and the condenser port.
11. Raise and support the vehicle. NOTE: Reach up through the opening in the bottom of the front fascia located in the right front corner of the vehicle to gain access to the A/C liquid line.
12. Remove the nut (3) that secures the A/C liquid line (2) to the right side of the A/C condenser (1).
13. Disconnect the A/C liquid line from the A/C condenser and remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket.
14. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened liquid line fitting and the condenser outlet port.
15. Remove the two bolts (3) that secure the lower condenser brackets to the radiator (5).
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. Disconnect the automatic transmission cooler lines (2) from the left side of the A/C condenser (1). Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485484-S15817469392012071300000) .
18. Carefully lift the A/C condenser straight up and disengage the two upper condenser brackets (4) from the radiator and remove the condenser from the engine compartment.

Note. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Note. If only the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.

Note. Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is disconnected. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

Note. Illustrations shown with front fascia removed for clarity.

1. Carefully lower the A/C condenser (1) straight down in front of the radiator (5) and engage the upper condenser brackets (4) to the radiator.
2. Connect the automatic transmission cooler lines (2) to the left side of the A/C condenser. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485484-S15817469392012071300000) .
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Install the two bolts (3) that secure the lower condenser brackets to the radiator. Tighten the bolts to 4.5 N.m (40 in. lbs.). NOTE: Reach up through the opening in the bottom of the front fascia located in the right front corner of the vehicle to gain access to the A/C liquid line.
5. Remove the tape or plug from the liquid line fitting and the condenser outlet port.
6. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it and a new gasket onto the liquid line fitting. Use only the specified O-ring as it is made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
7. Connect the A/C liquid line (2) to the A/C condenser (1) and install the retaining nut (3). Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Remove the tape or plug from the discharge and jumper line fittings and the condenser inlet port.
10. Lubricate new rubber O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them and new gaskets onto the discharge and jumper line fittings. Use only the specified O-rings as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
11. Carefully push the radiator (6) slightly rearward to gain access to the A/C condenser (3).
12. Connect the discharge jumper line (5) to the A/C condenser and loosely install the retaining nut (4).
13. Install the bolt (2) that secures the jumper line to the radiator. Tighten the bolt securely.
14. Tighten the nut that secures the discharge jumper line to the A/C condenser to 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.).
15. Connect the A/C discharge line (7) to the jumper line and install the retaining nut (1). Tighten the nut to 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.).
16. Reposition the radiator and install the upper radiator mounts. Refer to «RADIATOR, ENGINE COOLING, INSTALLATION»(ref-485484-S01725888912012071300000) .
17. Reconnect the negative battery cable. CAUTION: Do NOT run the engine with a vacuum pump in operation or with a vacuum present within the A/C system. Failure to follow this caution will result in serious A/C compressor damage.
18. Evacuate the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
19. If the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to «OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S10373791782012071300000) . Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
20. Charge the A/C system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .

Note. The HVAC housing assembly must be removed from vehicle for service of the heater core.

Note. LHD model with A/C shown in illustration. RHD and heater-only models similar.

1. Remove the HVAC housing assembly and place it on a workbench. Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S34419782402012071300000) .
2. Remove the left side front floor duct. Refer to «DUCT, FLOOR DISTRIBUTION, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S06283377012012071300000) . NOTE: If the foam seal for the flange is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.
3. Remove the foam seal (1) from the flange (2) located on the front of the HVAC housing (7).
4. Remove the screw (8) that secures the flange to the front of the HVAC housing and remove the flange.
5. Remove the screws (3) that secure the heater core tube retaining brackets (6) to the side of the air distribution housing (4).
6. On RHD models, remove the air distribution housing from the HVAC housing. Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S34419782402012071300000) .
7. Carefully pull the heater core (5) out of the driver side of the air distribution housing.

Note. LHD model with A/C shown in illustration. RHD and heater-only models similar.

1. Carefully install the heater core (5) into the side of the air distribution housing (4).
2. On RHD models, install the air distribution housing onto the HVAC housing (7). Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S28317155452012071300000) .
3. Install the heater core tube brackets (6) and retaining screws (3). Tighten the screws to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.)
4. Install the flange (2) that secures the heater core tubes to the front of the HVAC housing.
5. Install the screw (80) that secures the flange to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screw to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.). NOTE: If the foam seal for the flange is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.
6. Install the foam seal (1) onto the flange.
7. Install the left side front floor duct. Refer to «DUCT, FLOOR DISTRIBUTION, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S41185156782012071300000) . NOTE: If the heater core is being replaced, flush the cooling system. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485484-S02211614932012071300000) .
8. Install the HVAC housing assembly. Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S28317155452012071300000) .

Scheme 44

Refrigerant system service ports are used to recover, recycle, evacuate, charge and test the A/C refrigerant system. Unique sizes are used on the two service ports for the R-134a refrigerant system to ensure the system is not accidentally contaminated with R-12 refrigerant or by service equipment used for R-12 refrigerant.

The high side service port (1) is located on the A/C discharge line (2) in front of the engine, below the upper radiator hose (3).

Scheme 45

The low side service port (1) is located on the A/C liquid line (2) near the right front strut tower (3). Both the high side and low side A/C service port valve cores are serviceable.

Note. The protective cap aids in service port sealing and helps protect the refrigerant system from contamination. Remember to always reinstall the protective cap onto the service port when refrigerant system service is complete.

Each of the service ports has a threaded plastic protective cap installed over it from the factory. The service port caps are serviceable items.

Scheme 46

Note. Typical A/C service port shown in illustration.

1. Remove the protective cap (1) from the service port (2).
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
3. Using a Schrader-type valve core tool, remove the valve core (3) from the service port.
4. Install a plug in, or tape over the opened service port(s).

Note. Typical A/C service port shown in illustration.

1. Lubricate the valve core (3) with clean refrigerant oil prior to installation. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
2. Remove the tape or plug from the service port (2). CAUTION: A valve core that is not fully seated in the A/C service port can result in damage to the valve during refrigerant system evacuation and charge. Such damage may result in a loss of system refrigerant while uncoupling the charge adapters.
3. Using a Schrader-type valve core tool, install and tighten the valve core into the service port(s). CAUTION: Do NOT run the engine with a vacuum pump in operation or with a vacuum present within the A/C system. Failure to follow this caution will result in serious A/C compressor damage.
4. Evacuate the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
5. Charge the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) . NOTE: The protective cap helps aid in service port sealing and helps protect the refrigerant system from contamination. Remember to always reinstall the protective cap onto the service port when refrigerant system service is complete.
6. Install the protective cap (1) onto the service port.

Scheme 47

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

The A/C evaporator (1) for the heating-A/C system is mounted in the HVAC housing, which is located behind the instrument panel. The A/C evaporator and its insulator (2) are positioned within the HVAC housing so that all air entering the housing must pass over the evaporator fins before it is distributed through the heating-A/C system ducts and outlets.

A tapping block (3) and O-ring seals are used to connect and seal the A/C evaporator tubes (4) to the underhood refrigerant lines.

The A/C evaporator can only be serviced by removing and disassembling the HVAC housing assembly.

Note. The HVAC housing assembly must be removed from vehicle and disassembled for service of the A/C evaporator.

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. Remove the HVAC housing and place it on a workbench. Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S34419782402012071300000) .
2. Disassemble the HVAC housing to gain access to the A/C evaporator. Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, DISASSEMBLY»(ref-485480-S07294919802012071300000) . NOTE: If the foam insulator around the A/C evaporator is deformed or damaged, the insulator must be replaced.
3. Carefully lift the A/C evaporator (1) and the foam insulator (2) out of the lower half of the HVAC housing (3). NOTE: If the seal around the evaporator tube tapping block is deformed or damaged, the seal must be replaced.
4. If required, remove the seal (4) from around the evaporator tube tapping block (5).

Note. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Note. If only the A/C evaporator is being replaced, add 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.

Note. Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is disconnected. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

Note. LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.

1. If removed, install the seal (4) onto the evaporator tube tapping block (5). NOTE: Make sure that the foam insulator is properly positioned in the HVAC housing.
2. Carefully install the A/C evaporator (1) and foam insulator (2) into the lower half of the HVAC housing (3).
3. Assemble the HVAC housing. Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, ASSEMBLY»(ref-485480-S31892247442012071300000) .
4. Install the HVAC housing. Refer to «HOUSING, HVAC, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S28317155452012071300000) .
5. If the A/C evaporator is being replaced, add 20 milliliters (0.7 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to «OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S10373791782012071300000) . Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.

Note. It is not necessary to completely remove the front fascia for A/C discharge line service.

Scheme 48

Scheme 49

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the splash shield from the right side frame rail. Refer to «SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE, REMOVAL»(ref-485483-S05679842352012071300000) .
5. Remove the nut (1) that secures the A/C discharge line (2) to the A/C compressor (3).
6. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket.
7. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened discharge line fitting and the compressor port.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Disconnect the wire harness connector (1) from the A/C pressure transducer (6) located near the right side of the radiator (5).
10. Remove the nut (3) that secures the A/C discharge line to the discharge jumper line (4).
11. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the jumper line and remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket.
12. Install plugs in, or tape over the discharge and jumper line fittings.
13. If necessary, remove the A/C pressure transducer from the A/C discharge line.

Note. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Note. Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is opened. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

1. If removed, install the A/C pressure transducer (6) onto the A/C discharge line (2). Tighten the A/C pressure transducer securely.
2. Position the A/C discharge line into the engine compartment.
3. Remove the tape or plugs from the discharge and jumper line fittings.
4. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it and a new gasket onto the discharge line fitting. Use only the specified O-ring as it is made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
5. Connect the A/C discharge line to the jumper line (4).
6. Install the nut (3) that secures the A/C discharge line to the jumper line. Tighten the nut to 18 N.m (13 ft. lbs.).
7. Connect the wire harness connector (1) to the A/C pressure transducer.
8. Raise and support the vehicle.
9. Remove the tape or plugs from the discharge line fitting and the compressor port.
10. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it and a new gasket onto the discharge line fitting. Use only the specified O-ring as it is made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
11. Connect the A/C discharge line (2) to the A/C compressor (3).
12. Install the nut (1) that secures the A/C discharge line to the A/C compressor. Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the splash shield onto the right side frame rail. Refer to «SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S00528336772012071300000) .
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Reconnect the negative battery cable. CAUTION: Do NOT run the engine with a vacuum pump in operation or with a vacuum present within the A/C system. Failure to follow this caution will result in serious A/C compressor damage.
16. Evacuate the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
17. Adjust the refrigerant oil level. Refer to «OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S10373791782012071300000) .
18. Charge the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .

Note. The A/C liquid line is only serviced as an assembly with the upper A/C suction line.

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

Scheme 50

Note. Illustration shown with front fascia removed for clarity.

Scheme 51

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Remove the A/C accumulator. Refer to «ACCUMULATOR, REMOVAL»(ref-485480-S27511470072012071300000) .
5. Reach up through the opening in the bottom of the front fascia located in the right front corner of the vehicle and remove the nut (3) that secures the A/C liquid line (1) to the A/C condenser (2).
6. Disconnect the A/C liquid line from the A/C condenser and remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket.
7. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened refrigerant line fittings and the condenser and accumulator ports.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Remove the top nut (2) that secures the heat shield (3) to the stud (1) located on the dash panel. NOTE: Two slots are provided at the bottom of the heat shield to aid in heat shield removal. Complete removal of the two bottom heat shield retaining nuts is not required.
10. Reach behind the engine and remove the two bottom nuts the that secure the heat shield to the studs located on the dash panel and remove the heat shield. Rotate and tilt the heat shield as required. NOTE: It is only necessary to position the power steering fluid reservoir and engine coolant reservoir out of the way. Draining of the power steering fluid and engine coolant is not required.
11. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir and the engine coolant reservoir and position them out of the way.
12. Remove the nut (1) that secures the refrigerant line retaining bracket (2) to the right front strut tower (5).
13. On RHD models, disengage the retainers that secure the power brake booster vacuum supply hose to the dash panel and position the vacuum line out of the way.
14. Remove the bolt (3) that secures the A/C liquid and suction line assembly (4) to the A/C evaporator (6).
15. Disconnect the A/C liquid and suction line assembly from the A/C evaporator and remove and discard the dual-plane seals.
16. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened refrigerant line fittings and the evaporator ports.
17. Remove the A/C liquid and suction line assembly from the engine compartment.

Note. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Note. Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is opened. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

1. Position the A/C liquid and suction line assembly (4) into the engine compartment.
2. Remove the tape or plugs from the refrigerant line fittings and the evaporator ports.
3. Lubricate the rubber O-rings on new dual-plane seals with clean refrigerant oil and install the seals onto the liquid and suction line fittings. Use only the specified seals as they are made of special materials compatible to the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
4. Connect the A/C liquid and suction line assembly to the A/C evaporator (6).
5. Install the bolt (3) that secures the A/C liquid and suction line assembly to the A/C evaporator. Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
6. On RHD models, engage the retainers that secure the power brake booster vacuum supply hose to the dash panel.
7. Install the nut (1) that secures the refrigerant line bracket (2) to the right front strut tower (5). Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the power steering fluid reservoir and the engine coolant reservoir.
9. Position the heat shield (3) onto the three studs (1) located on the dash panel in the engine compartment.
10. Install the three nuts (2) that secure the heat shield to the dash panel. Tighten the nuts to 1 N.m (10 in. lbs.). NOTE: Illustration shown with front fascia removed for clarity.
11. Raise and support the vehicle.
12. Remove the tape or plugs from the liquid line fitting and the condenser port.
13. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it and a new gasket onto the liquid line fitting. Use only the specified O-ring as it is made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
14. Reach up through the opening in the bottom of the front fascia and connect the A/C liquid line (1) to the A/C condenser (2) and install the retaining nut (3). Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
15. Install the A/C accumulator. Refer to «ACCUMULATOR, INSTALLATION»(ref-485480-S12786991012012071300000) .
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. Reconnect the negative battery cable. CAUTION: Do NOT run the engine with a vacuum pump in operation or with a vacuum present within the A/C system. Failure to follow this caution will result in serious A/C compressor damage.
18. Evacuate the refrigerant system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .
19. Adjust the refrigerant oil level. Refer to «OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S10373791782012071300000) .
20. Charge the A/C system. Refer to «PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-485480-S27112582802012071300000) .

Note. The A/C suction line is serviced in two sections. The upper section of the A/C suction line is the refrigerant line that carries refrigerant from the A/C evaporator to the A/C accumulator. The lower section of the A/C suction line carries refrigerant from the A/C accumulator to the A/C compressor.

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

Note. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Note. Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is opened. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

Note. LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

1. If removed, install the rubber grommet (3) onto the driver side front floor panel (4). Make sure the grommet is fully engaged to the floor panel.
2. Connect the condensation drain tube (2) onto the drain port located on the bottom of the HVAC housing (1).
3. Install the condensation drain tube into the rubber grommet.
4. Reinstall the floor carpet. Refer to «CARPET, FLOOR, INSTALLATION»(ref-485483-S11179845052012071300000) .