Protege DX L4-2.0L DOHC (2002)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
REFRIGERANT LINES REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See REFRIGERANT RECOVERY) (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING)
3. Pull up the coolant reservoir.
4. Remove the fresh-air duct, radiator, bracket, air cleaner, and resonance chamber.
CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always
immediately plug all open fittings after removing any refrigeration cycle parts to keep moisture or foreign materials out of the cycle.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spoil.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test.
Refrigerant Lines Removal Note
Nut joint type
1. Loosen the nut using 2 spanners, then remove the cooler pipe or hose.
Spring-lock coupling type
