LW2 V6-3.0L VIN R (2000)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
Suction Pipe
SUCTION PIPE
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
IMPORTANT: Verifying the purity of the refrigerant with a purity identifier before recovery is recommended.
2. Recover refrigerant using an approved refrigerant recovery system. Measure the amount of oil removed during recovery and record.
CAUTION: DO NOT REMOVE HOSES OR LINES BEFORE SYSTEM IS FULLY DISCHARGED.
3. Remove suction pipe-to-compressor bolt.
4. Remove suction pipe and seal washer from compressor.
5. Install caps on pipe and compressor to prevent moisture entry and oil spillage.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE VEHICLE IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED AND SQUARELY POSITIONED. TO HELP AVOID PERSONAL
INJURY WHEN A VEHICLE IS ON A HOIST, PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR THE VEHICLE ON THE OPPOSITE END
FROM WHICH COMPONENTS ARE BEING REMOVED.