Journey FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
NOTE: 2.7L shown. Other engines similar.
1. Position the lower A/C suction line (1) into the engine compartment.
2. Remove the tape or plugs from the suction line fittings and the compressor port.
3. Lubricate new rubber O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them and new gaskets onto the suction 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.
4. Connect the lower A/C suction line to the A/C compressor (3).
5. Install the nut (2) that secures the lower A/C suction line to the A/C compressor. Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Illustration shown with front fascia and headlamp removed for clarity.
6. Connect the lower portion of the A/C suction line (3) to the upper suction line (1)
7. Install the nut (2) that secures the lower portion of the A/C suction line to the upper suction line. Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
8. Reposition the right front wheel house splash shield to the body See: Body and Frame/Fender/Front Fender/Front Fender Liner/Service and
Repair/Splash Shield - Installation.
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 when equipped with
the Denso 6SEU16 variable displacement compressor. Failure to follow this caution will result in serious A/C compressor damage.
11. Evacuate the refrigerant system See: Heating and Air Conditioning/Service and Repair/Refrigerant System Evacuate.
12. Adjust the refrigerant oil level See: Heating and Air Conditioning/Service and Repair/Refrigerant Oil Level.
13. Charge the A/C system See: Heating and Air Conditioning/Service and Repair/Refrigerant System Charge.
A/C Underbody Lines - Removal
REMOVAL
