Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E (1999)
Vacuum Harness HVAC: Service and Repair
Vacuum Pump Kit
SPECIAL TOOL
1. Measure the length of the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose.
2. Cut a piece of standard 1/8 inch inner diameter vacuum hose approximately 25 mm (1 inch) longer than the damaged area of the mini-tube
vacuum hose.
3. Cut off the mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of the damaged area.
4. Dip the mini-tube hose ends in commercially available paint thinner containing Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK). This solvent will seal the mini-tube
in the vacuum hose.
WARNING: READ THE WARNING INFORMATION ON THE PRODUCT LABEL TO PREVENT POSSIBLE INJURY.
5. Insert the ends of the mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9 mm (3/8 inch) into the ends of the standard 1/8 inch service vacuum hose section.
6. Shake the service joint after assembly to make sure the solvent is dispersed and the vacuum line is not plugged.
7. Test the system for a vacuum leak in the repair area.
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Use the Vacuum Tester or equivalent.
