Impreza L Sport Wagon AWD F4-2.2L SOHC (2001)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
Flexible Hose
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery negative terminal.
2. Discharge refrigerant using refrigerant recovery system. <Ref. to OPERATION, Refrigerant Recovery Procedure.>
3. Remove low-pressure hose:
CAUTION:
With the following cautions, replace flexible hoses with new ones if they are damaged or swollen.
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The flexible hoses should be free from twists and tension after they have been connected.
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The flexible hoses must not be bent or twisted forcibly.
1. Remove hose attaching bolts.
2. Remove hose clip.
CAUTION: Plug the opening to prevent foreign matter from getting in.
3. Disconnect the connector at evaporator unit.
4. Remove high-pressure hose:
CAUTION:
With the following cautions, replace flexible hoses with new ones if they are damaged or swollen.
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The flexible hoses should be free from twists and tension after they have been connected.
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The flexible hoses must not be bent or twisted forcibly.
1. Disconnect hose attaching bolt (compressor side).
2. Disconnect hose attaching bolt (condenser side).
CAUTION: Plug the opening to prevent foreign matter from getting in.
INSTALLATION
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
2. Charge refrigerant.