Intrepid V6-2.7L VIN U (2000)
Hose/Line HVAC: Description and Operation
REFRIGERANT LINES
The air conditioning lines used on this vehicle are made from reinforced rubber with a nylon liner on the inner walls. The ends of the A/C lines are
made with light weight aluminum fittings.
CAUTION: Never attempt to disconnect an A/C line without reclaiming all refrigerant from the air conditioning system. The system must be
empty.
The O-rings are made from a special type of rubber that is not affected by R-134a refrigerant. O-ring replacement is required whenever lines are
removed and installed. Use only O-rings specified for this vehicle. Failure to use the correct type of O-ring will cause the connection to leak within
a short period of time.
When it is necessary to open the refrigeration system, have everything needed to service the system ready. The system should not be left open any
longer than necessary. Cap or plug all lines and fittings as soon as they are opened. This will prevent the entrance of dirt and moisture into the
system. All new lines and components should be capped or sealed until they are ready to be used.
WARNING:
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AVOID BREATHING A/C REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT VAPOR OR MIST. EXPOSURE MAY IRRITATE EYES, NOSE
AND THROAT. USE ONLY APPROVED SERVICE EQUIPMENT MEETING SAE REQUIREMENTS TO DISCHARGE R-134a
SYSTEM. IF ACCIDENTAL SYSTEM DISCHARGE OCCURS, VENTILATE WORK AREA BEFORE RESUMING SERVICE.
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R-134a SERVICE EQUIPMENT OR VEHICLE A/C SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE PRESSURE TESTED OR LEAK TESTED
WITH COMPRESSED AIR. SOME MIXTURES OF AIR/R-134a HAVE BEEN SHOWN TO BE COMBUSTIBLE AT ELEVATED
PRESSURES. THESE MIXTURES ARE POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS AND MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION
CAUSING INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
