Aztek AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
Suction Hose Replacement
SUCTION HOSE REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Remove the air baffle bolts.
5. Remove the air baffle.
6. Remove the suction hose to evaporator outlet tube bolt.
7. Disconnect the evaporator outlet tube from the suction hose.
IMPORTANT: Cap or tape the open A/C hose immediately to prevent system contamination.
8. Cap or tape off the evaporator outlet tube.
