HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C) > Hose and Tube
CAUTION:
• When disconnecting/connecting hoses, do not apply an excessive force to them. After installing, check that no torsion or excessive tension applied to the hoses.
• Seal the disconnected hose with a plug or vinyl tape to prevent dirt from entering.
1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
3. Remove the evaporator unit attaching bolts (A).
4. Remove the low-pressure hose attaching bolts (B).
5. Disconnect the low-pressure hose from evaporator unit.
6. Disconnect the low-pressure hose from compressor.
7. Remove the low-pressure hose from vehicle.
8. Remove the high-pressure hose attaching bolts (C).
9. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from compressor.
10. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from condenser.
11. Remove the high-pressure hose from vehicle.
12. Remove the high-pressure tube attaching bolt (D).
13. Remove the high-pressure tube from vehicle.