Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L VIN K (2007)
Vacuum Harness HVAC: Service and Repair
VACUUM HOSE REPAIR - MINI-TUBE
Special Tool(s)
Special Tool(s)
1. Measure the length of the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose.
2. Cut a piece of standard 1/8-inch inner diameter vacuum hose approximately 25 mm (1 in) longer than the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum
hose.
3. Cut off the mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of the damaged area.
4. WARNING: Read the warning information on the product label to prevent possible personal injury.
Dip the mini-tube hose ends in commercially available paint thinner containing methyl ethyl ketone (MEK). This solvent will seal the mini-tube in
the vacuum hose.
5. Insert the ends of the mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9 mm (3/8 in) into the ends of the standard 1/8-inch repair vacuum hose.
6. Shake the repair joint after assembly to make sure the solvent is dispersed and the vacuum line is not plugged.
7. Test the system for a vacuum leak in the repair area.
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Use the vacuum pump or equivalent.