K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1996)
Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
Accumulator
Tool Required:
J 38042 Dual ORing Tube Separator
Remove or Disconnect
1. Negative battery cable.
2. Recover refrigerant.
3. Electrical connectors, as necessary.
4. Pressure cycling switch.
5. Refrigerant hose from accumulator using J 38042.
6. Accumulator from the evaporator using J 38042.
7. O-ring seals from accumulator.
Important
Cap or plug all open connections.
8. Accumulator bracket screw.
9. Accumulator.
10. Upper and lower accumulator insulators.
Install or Connect
1. Upper and lower accumulator insulators.
2. Accumulator.
3. Accumulator bracket screw. Tighten screw to 6 Nm (53 lb in).
4. New O-ring seals.
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Coat O-ring seals with 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
5. Accumulator to the evaporator.Tighten Accumulator to 41 Nm (30 lb ft).
6. Refrigerant hose to accumulator. Tighten Hose to 41 Nm (30 lb ft).
7. Pressure cycling switch.
8. Electrical connectors, as necessary.
9. Negative battery cable.
10. Charge system.
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Check system for leaks.
