M45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2006)
6. Remove high-pressure pipe 1 from vehicle clips.
7. Disconnect one-touch joints of high-pressure pipe 1.
a. Set a disconnector (92530-89908) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward (or upward) vehicle front until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward (or upward) vehicle front and disconnect it.
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
8. Remove high-pressure pipe 1.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
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Replace O-rings of high-pressure pipe 1 with a new ones, and then apply compressor oil to it when installing it.
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Connection point for female-side piping is thin. So, when inserting male-side piping, take care not to deform female-side piping. Slowly insert in
axial direction.
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Insert one-touch joint connection point securely until it clicks.
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After piping has been connected, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure piping does not come off.
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When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Bolt mounting high-pressure flexible hose bracket
Tightening torque: 4.2 N.m (0.43 kg-m, 37 in-lb)
Low-Pressure Flexible Hose and Pipe
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Flexible Hose and Pipe
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Remove engine cover.