RAM 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2004)
A/C Accumulator - Typical
7. Remove the secondary retaining clip from the spring-lock coupler that secures the suction line to the accumulator outlet tube.
8. Using the proper A/C line disconnect tool, disconnect the suction line from the accumulator outlet tube.
9. Remove the O-ring seal from the accumulator outlet tube fitting and discard.
10. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened suction line and the accumulator outlet tube fitting.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the suction line into the engine compartment.
2. Remove the tape or plugs from the suction line fitting and the compressor inlet port.
3. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it on the suction line fitting. Use only the specified O-ring as it is 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 suction line to the compressor.
5. Install and tighten the nut that secures the suction line to the compressor. Tighten the nut to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the tape or plugs from the suction line and the accumulator outlet tube fitting.
7. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it on the accumulator outlet tube fitting. Use only the specified O-ring as it
is 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.
8. Connect the suction line to the accumulator outlet tube.
9. Install the secondary retaining clip onto the spring-lock coupler that secures the suction line to the accumulator outlet tube.
10. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
11. Evacuate the refrigerant system.
12. Charge the refrigerant system.
