Vanden Plas L6-4.0L (1990)
PROCEDURE- (Sedan Range VIN Range 553357-601000):
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Assemble the guide bushing and carbide burr into the collet of a compressed air high speed grinder so that 3/4" of the burr is engaged into the
collet. Tighten the chuck nut.
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Remove both underdash panels and anti-submarine panels.
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Remove both footwell air ducts.
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Pull back the transmission tunnel carpets at the forward lower edge of the console to gain access to the A/C drain tube.
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Remove the rubber adaptors from the A/C case drain stubs and position the drain tubes clear of the area.
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Slide the guide bushing into the left-hand case stub and seat it up to the flange. It may be necessary to move the forward edge of the console in
order to engage the bushing.
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Operate the high speed grinder at fastest speed and gradually push the carbide burr into contact with the deflector plate inside the A/C case.
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Apply light pressure until the tool cuts through the deflector plate, (Fig. 1).
NOTE:
Do not make the hole larger than 3/16', as it can adversely affect drainage.
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Using rags, collect any water that drains from the A/C case to prevent trim/carpet damage.
NOTE:
Debris will wash from the internal drain area when the A/C is in operation.
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Repeat the procedure for the right-hand drain stub.
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Install the condensation drain adaptor, footwell airducts, anti-submarine and underdash panels.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
XJ-S Vehicles:
Repair Operation Number:
82.91.10
Time Allowance:
0.45 hrs.
Sedan Range Vehicles:
Repair Operation Number:
82.91.10
Time Allowance:
1.00 hrs.
