B3000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.0L OHV (1998)
Evaporator Core: Service and Repair
Evaporator Core Orifice
Removal Note
1. Remove the condenser to evaporator tube.
- For a fixed orifice tube, perform Steps 2 and 3.
- For a broken orifice tube, perform Steps 4 and 5.
2. Engage the Fixed Orifice Tube Remover/Replacer T83L-19990-A or equivalent to the A/C evaporator core orifice.
3. Hold the tool T-handle stationary and rotate the tool body to remove the A/C evaporator core orifice.
4. Screw the end of the Broken Orifice Tube Extractor T83L-19990-B or equivalent into the broken A/C evaporator core orifice.
5. Hold the tool T-handle stationary and rotate the tool body to remove the broken A/C evaporator core orifice.
Installation Note
1. Lubricate and install the O-ring seals on the A/C evaporator core orifice.
- Use refrigerant oil.
2. Place the A/C evaporator core orifice into the Fixed Orifice Tube Remover/Replacer T83L-19990-A or equivalent.
3. Insert the A/C evaporator core orifice into the condenser to evaporator tube until seated.