Commander 4WD V6-3.7L VIN K (2007)
NOTE: 4.7L engine shown. Other engines similar.
1. Remove the tape or plugs from the opened refrigerant line fittings and expansion valve and compressor ports.
2. Position the A/C suction line (2) into the engine compartment and install it to the front A/C expansion valve (1) and the A/C compressor (3).
3. Raise and support the vehicle.
4. Lubricate a new rubber O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it onto the underbody 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.
5. Connect the suction line extension tube (4) to the underbody suction line (6) and install the nut (5). Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
8. Evacuate the refrigerant system.
9. Adjust the refrigerant oil level.
10. Charge the refrigerant system.
Removal
REMOVAL
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation. Failure to follow the
warnings and cautions could result in possible personal injury or death.
NOTE: Illustration shown with left front fender liner removed for clarity.
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system.
