Tracker 2WD L4-1.6L VIN 6 (2000)
Evaporator Core: Service and Repair
EVAPORATOR CORE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Discharge and recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. See: Refrigerant/Service and Repair
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Service Precautions.
2. Disable the SIR.
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the instrument panel carrier.
5. Remove the bolt (1) and slide the plate (2) counterclockwise in order to remove the evaporator inlet and outlet tubes at the bulkhead.
6. Cap the open refrigerant lines in order to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the refrigeration system.
7. Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor electrical connector from the compressor control module.
8. Remove the 6 screws and 2 nuts (1).
9. Remove the evaporator case from the vehicle.