Journey FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
A/C Discharge Line - Removal
REMOVAL
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation See: Service
Precautions/Warning and See: Service Precautions/Caution . Failure to follow the warnings and cautions may result in possible
serious or fatal injury.
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant System Recovery.
3. Remove the nut (5) that secures the A/C discharge line (1) to the condenser tapping block (2) located on the right side of the condenser.
4. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the tapping block.
NOTE: 2.7L shown. Other engines similar.
5. Remove the nut (3) that secures the A/C discharge line (1) to the A/C compressor (2).
6. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the A/C compressor and remove the discharge line from the engine compartment.
7. Remove and discard the O-ring seals and gaskets and install plugs in, or tape over the opened discharge line fittings and the compressor and
condenser ports.
A/C Discharge Line - Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant oil level when servicing the A/C refrigerant system See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Oil Level