FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2006)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
High-Pressure Pipe 1 and 2 (Engine Compartment)
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Pipe 1 and 2 (Engine Compartment)
REMOVAL
1. Remove low-pressure pipe 1. Refer to "Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Pipe 1 (Engine Compartment)".
2. Remove high-pressure flexible hose and low-pressure flexible hose.
3. Remove high-pressure pipe 1 and 2 from clips.
4. Disconnect one-touch joint between condenser and high-pressure pipe 1.
a. Set a disconnector (SST: 9253089908) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector upward until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping upward and disconnect it.
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
5. Disconnect one-touch joint between high-pressure pipe 1 and 2.
a. Set a disconnector (SST: 9253089908) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward vehicle rear until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward vehicle rear and disconnect it.
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
6. Remove high-pressure pipe 1.