Quest V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2009)
9. Carefully cut the low pressure pipe (1) using a suitable tool (ratchet-type pipe cutter) (A) as shown.
CAUTION:
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Do NOT damage the hydraulic brake lines or any other surrounding parts when cutting the pipe.
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A small amount of refrigerant may discharge from the pipe when it is cut.
10. Disconnect the power brake booster vacuum hose from the intake manifold collector to allow removal of the cut A/C pipes.
11. Disconnect the high pressure pipe connection (1), low pressure pipe connection (2), and the A/C pipe clamp bolt (A) located near the RH front
suspension strut tower (3) as shown.
12. Disconnect the high/low pressure pipe connector bolt (1) from the front expansion valve as shown.
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Air cleaner to electric throttle control actuator tube (2)
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Electric throttle control actuator (3)
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Arrow Indicates Front
13. Use a suitable tool to pry the pipe support clip (1) from the threaded stud on the dash panel as shown.
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Arrow Indicates Front
14. Remove the top section of the high/low pressure pipe (1) as shown.