Murano FWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2004)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
High-Pressure Flexible Hose
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Flexible Hose
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Remove the air duct (inlet).
3. Remove the mounting bolt for high-pressure flexible hose (Compressor side), then remove high-pressure flexible hose fixing clip.
4. Remove the mounting nut for high-pressure flexible hose (Condenser side), and then remove the high-pressure flexible hose.
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
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Replace the O-ring of the high-pressure flexible hose with a new one, then apply compressor oil to it when installing it.
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When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.