Aerostar 2WD V6-182 3.0L (1995)
Vacuum Harness HVAC: Adjustments
Mini-Tube Vacuum Hoses
Mini-tube vacuum hoses are used in the vacuum harness assemblies. They provide greater flexibility with less tendency to collapse and are less
susceptible to pinching. Service is easily made using a short piece of standard 3mm (1/8 inch) ID vacuum hose.
1.
Measure length of damaged area of mini-tube vacuum hose.
2.
Cut a piece of standard 3mm (1/8 inch) ID vacuum hose approximately 25mm (1 inch) longer than the damaged area of mini-tube vacuum
hose.
3.
Cut off mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of damaged area.
4.
Dip mini-tube hose ends in methyl ethyl ketone (MEK). Some paint thinners contain MEK. Check with your paint shop. This solvent will seal
mini-tube to vacuum hose.
5.
Insert ends of mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9mm (3/8inch) into ends of standard 3mm (1/8 inch) service vacuum hose section.
6.
Shake repair joint after assembly to ensure solvent is dispersed and vacuum line is not plugged.
7.
Use Rotunda Vacuum Leak Tester 014-R1054 or equivalent to test system for a vacuum leak.
