Intrepid V6-3.2L VIN J (1998)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
A/C Suction Hose/Line Replacement
REMOVAL
1. Remove refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery machine. Refer to: Heating and Air Conditioning, Service and Repair,
Refrigerant System Evacuate, See: Heating and Air Conditioning/Service and Repair/Refrigerant System Evacuate
2. Remove one nut holding suction line at expansion valve.
CAUTION: Cap all lines that are not being replaced and cap the expansion valve tubes.
3. Remove bolt holding line at compressor using a 6mm alien wrench.
4. Remove line by pulling rear end of line up out of vehicle with compressor end following through the tie-rod area.
INSTALLATION
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For installation, reverse the above procedures. Tighten TXV and compressor fasteners to 23 N.m (17 ft.lbs).